Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje · Skopje, North Macedonia
The Sociology of Social Change (Социологија на општествени промени) - two-year programme at Ss. Cyril and Methodius University in Skopje (Institute for Sociological, Political and Juridical Research - ISPPI (Институт за социолошки и политичко-правни истражувања)) is a MA (Master of Arts) program delivered in Macedonian over a duration of 2 years / 4 semesters (120 ECTS). This Master programme in Sociology provides advanced training in sociological theory, research methodology, and the analysis of social structures, institutions, and processes. Students develop expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methods, social stratification, globalisation, and contemporary social issues. Graduates pursue careers in social research, policy analysis, NGOs, media, education, and public administration.
Key facts
No additional language certificate required for Macedonian speakers; international applicants must prove Macedonian proficiency (B1/B2 CEFR) per UKIM rules for foreign students (proof of active knowledge of a foreign language is among the standard application documents per the Konkurs).
Completed first-cycle (bachelor) degree of 240 ECTS (4-year) or 180 ECTS (3-year) in corresponding or related studies with the required ECTS differential as per UKIM Konkurs and the study-programme conditions; registration at www.upisi.ukim.mk and iKnow e-application; ranking by undergraduate GPA.
Signed UKIM application form and internal application form generated by the iKnow system; original document for completed first-cycle studies (diploma or certificate) - for candidates who graduated abroad: nostrification decision issued by the Ministry of Education and Science of North Macedonia; CV; proof of active knowledge of a foreign language; proof of paid administrative fee of 50.00 MKD (form PP-50, per Konkurs); recommendations from academic/scientific staff (if any); list of professional/scientific papers with one specimen copy (if any); documents for awards/recognition (if any); at enrolment: index and application forms, two photos (3.5x4.5 cm), proof of payment of programme-specific costs where applicable. Documents submitted at the Student Services Office of the chosen faculty.
2026-10-16
2026-10-16
| Tuition | Living | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EU/EEA | €5,200 | — | needs the fee |
| Non-EU | €6,760 | — | needs the fee |