..:: Make A Career As Sociologist In India ::..
What is it About?
Sociologist are responsible for developing research projects that examine aspects of how individuals and groups relate to one another in a given situation. This research focuses on the organisations and cultures that people form, the social, political or economic activities they participate in and the reaction of people to shifts in trends such as crime, technology and political platforms. Sociologists examine social patterns and draw conclusions about the various ways in which institutions and organisations affect the everyday lives of groups and individuals. They compare and analyze these patterns through research methods that are both descriptive and statistical. Sociologists use the results of this research to determine how social trends originate and their impact on both a small and large scale in human society. Sociologist may specialised in a number of concentrations that include racial and ethnic relations, gender relations, criminology and social psychology. They often work as members of research teams and are responsible for collecting information and recording their findings. Some sociologists have the opportunity to work in a foreign culture or nation.
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Working Hour for a Sociologist :-
- Morning/afternoon lectures followed by research to try and understand issues or help in problem solving.
- Assist in student welfare activities (counseling/group discussions) to try to find the pulse of the students.
- In research, one can put in any number of hours.
The Payoff as a Sociologist :-
One can start at Rs. 5000 as a beginner abd this can go on to a five-six figure income depending where you are working.
Skills required for a Sociologist :-
- Accurate
- Good Communications Skills
- Enquiring
- Adaptable
- Open-minded
- Imaginative
- Aware of the differences between different social groups.
How do I get there?
After 12th, upu can enrol for a sociology degree and later either get into post graduation or diversify.
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Pros and Cons for a Sociologist :-
- Highly rewarding, personal satisfaction, high awarness of social issues, can introduce changes in society.
- Requires total dedication and concentration, highly stressful at times demanding long hours. Certain assignments are done in high risk situations, like those dealing with criminal behaviour, mob behaviour, red light areas and socio-political issues.
