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Sociology studies social structure, relationships, change, and social problems through theory and data-driven research.

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Level S1 · 4 years
Market demand Stable demand across sectors
Mid salary Rp 6–10 million /mo
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Big Picture

DATA

It analyzes how society forms, interacts, changes, and confronts social inequality or conflict.

Core courses

  • ›Introduction to Sociology
  • ›Sociological Theory
  • ›Social Research Methods
  • ›Social Statistics
  • ›Urban Sociology
  • ›Rural Sociology
  • ›Social Change
  • ›Social Stratification and Inequality
WHO THIS FITS

It's a good fit if you enjoy observing social behavior, reading about social issues, conducting interviews, processing data, and building evidence-based arguments.

Education levels

how does it differ from other levels?
S2
A master's in sociology usually takes about 2 years and deepens theory, methodology, and research on specific issues or concentrations; the main outcomes are advanced analysis and research.
S3
A doctorate in sociology focuses on original research that produces theoretical contributions or new findings, generally taking about 3 years or more; the main outcomes are a dissertation and academic expertise.

Often confused with…

what's the difference?
vsAnthropology
Sociology more often examines structures, institutions, and patterns of social relations; anthropology focuses more heavily on culture and in-depth community studies.
vsPolitical Science
Sociology focuses on social relations and change; political science focuses on power, government, policy, and political institutions.
vsCommunication Studies (Ilmu Komunikasi)
Sociology studies society and patterns of social relations; communication studies examines communication processes, media, messages, and strategies.
vsPsychology
Sociology views behavior in the context of groups and social structures; psychology focuses more on mental processes and individual behavior.
vsSociology Education
Sociology builds analytical and social research skills; Sociology Education prepares pedagogical competence for teaching sociology.

Myth vs Fact

MYTH Sociology only covers theory and memorizing figures.
FACT The coursework also uses observation, interviews, surveys, data analysis, and report writing.
MYTH Sociology graduates can only become teachers.
FACT Graduates can enter social research, community development, policy, HR, surveying, and social programs.
MYTH Sociology doesn't require numbers.
FACT Social statistics and data processing help you interpret survey results and test social patterns.
MYTH Sociology is the same as other social sciences.
FACT Sociology has a distinct focus on social relations, structures, institutions, norms, and societal change.
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Toolkit & Prep

GUIDE

Personal hardware & software you need to prepare before classes start — requirements vary by program. Expensive, heavy-duty equipment is usually provided by the campus.

MINIMUM LAPTOP SPEC

Laptop minimum Intel Core i3/Ryzen 3, RAM 8 GB, SSD 256 GB; choose RAM 16 GB if frequently processing large survey datasets.

ESTIMATED STARTUP BUDGET
Rp 5–10 million

A one-time purchase that lasts through your studies.

Laptop
Used for reading references, writing reports, processing data, and presentations.
Required
Document processing application
For proposals, interview transcripts, reports, and presentations.
Required
Spreadsheet
For data cleaning and initial analysis.
Required
Statistical analysis application
Useful for quantitative surveys; check legal or open-source options.
Optional
Voice recorder
Useful during interviews after obtaining respondent consent.
Optional
Cloud storage
For backing up transcripts, data, and research documents.
Optional
03

Facility Checklist

GUIDE

Questions specific to Sociology to bring to an open house or campus visit. Important facilities vary by program — these matter most.

Note: Myjor doesn't maintain a facilities database per campus. This is a tool for you to assess it yourself.

Is there a dedicated room or laboratory available for social research and group work?
Does the campus provide students with access to licensed data-processing software?
Does the library have an adequate collection of journals, social theory books, and research methodology texts?
Do students get access to journal databases and research repositories?
How does the campus train students to conduct surveys, interviews, observations, and data processing?
Is there a lecturer consultation room for discussing research proposals and research ethics?
Does the campus provide support for field research in communities or partner institutions?
Ask about specific research facilities and support during open house events, as availability varies between campuses.

Tip: ask for a tour of the relevant labs/studios, not just the main building. Ask about access hours and whether undergrads can use the equipment.

04

Academic Quality

GUIDE

Three objective ways to assess a program's academic quality — including how to check them yourself.

A

Program accreditation status

Check the program's own accreditation rating (not just the campus's) on official sites. International accreditation is a plus for certain fields.

Unggul / A — top tier Baik Sekali / B Baik / C

Check at: BAN-PT (banpt.or.id) or the relevant LAM, & PDDIKTI (pddikti.kemdikbud.go.id).

B

Student–faculty ratio & how to calculate it

ratio = active students ÷ full-time faculty
Example: 600 students ÷ 25 faculty = 1 : 24
✓Ideal: ≈1:20 for STEM/science fields, ≈1:30 for social sciences/humanities (per Ministry of Education guidance).
!The smaller the second number, the more attention each student gets. Above 1:40 is worth flagging.
!Also check faculty qualifications (Master's/PhD) and whether there are industry practitioner lecturers.
C

Faculty research — relevant & current?

Look up faculty profiles and publications (Google Scholar / SINTA). For Sociology, look for those researching currently relevant topics:

Social inequality and social mobilitySocial change and the digitalization of societyUrban and rural sociologySociology of educationEconomic sociology and workGender and familySocial conflict and social integrationSocial movements and public participationPoverty and community empowermentMigration and demographic changeSociology of religionSocial policy and its impact

E.g., is there faculty researching AI, or cancer-related topics? Active research topics signal the program keeps up with the field.

ASK AT THE OPEN HOUSE

"What's this program's student–faculty ratio? What research topics are faculty currently working on? What percentage of graduates find field-relevant jobs within 6 months?"

05

Partnerships

GUIDE

Campus partnerships heavily shape internship, research, and career paths. Which partners matter varies by program — here's what's relevant for Sociology.

Social research and surveys
Are there joint research projects with survey institutions, research centers, government bodies, or social organizations? Ask for a list of active MoUs and the number of students involved.
Public sector internships
Are there internship pathways at ministries, regional governments, BPS, or public service agencies?
Non-governmental organizations
Can students get involved in NGO programs, advocacy, community empowerment, or community development?
Consulting and market research
Are there partners for market research, consumer insight, program evaluation, or policy analysis?
Communities and society
Are there sustained fieldwork programs with communities, villages, or local organizations?
Education partners
Is there collaboration with schools or educational institutions for social research and program development?

Ask for a list of official partners with active MoUs — not just logos in a brochure. Ask how many students are actually placed each year.

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Career & Salary

DATA
Entry
0–2 years
Rp 4–6 million
per month
Mid
3–6 years
Rp 6–10 million
per month
Senior
7+ years
Rp 10–18 million
per month
Career pathsSalary range /mo
Researcher or research assistant Rp 4–8 million
Policy analyst Rp 5–12 million
Survey and market research analyst Rp 5–12 million
Community development officer Rp 4–10 million
NGO program officer Rp 4–10 million
Human resources or people analyst Rp 5–12 million
Social data analyst Rp 5–14 million
A lecturer or academic researcher Rp 5–18 million

Sources: Myjor 2024 industry salary survey (n=4,200), BPS, and job portals. Figures are medians, influenced by city, company, and experience.

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