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Research Topic Ideas Buzzle
Society does not consist of individuals, but expresses the sum of interrelations, the
relations within which these individuals stand. ~ Karl Marx
Sociologists study the present conditions of society, gather information, make
conclusions, and give solutions to rectify the social problems that may exist.
Sociologists work in research-oriented or academic settings. Many sociologists teach
their subject of specialization in universities across the world, while others conduct
research in public and private organizations.
To become a sociologist, one needs to earn a graduate degree in sociology with a
specialization, although some jobs do accept candidates with an undergraduate degree
in sociology. In order to work for the public sector or an academic-setting, most
organizations prefer a PhD.
Sociology is a science in itself. However, it has a large number of categories and subcategories, ranging from behavioral sociology to sociology of natural resources. Hence,
choosing an appropriate research topic can get quite challenging.
List of Interesting Topic Ideas for Sociological Research
Education
Education is one of humankind's biggest necessities―there can be no development
without an educated society. Sociologists study the various aspects of education: the
kind of education offered, the audience receiving that particular kind of education, the
different problems, and solutions required to correct the same. Hence, education can
make a very fascinating research topic for those who are interested in studying the
effects of education on society.
There are many aspects to education that can be chosen as research topics. Some of
them are:
Adult Education
Education and Religion
Literacy
Current Issues in the Education System
Public vs. Private Education
Mainstreaming in Schools
Education Using Research Methods
Discipline and Safety in Educational Institutions
Relationship Between Teacher and Student
Difference in Educational Practice Around the World.
Family
Sociology defines family as the first social organization that an individual comes in
contact with. It analyzes the family to answer questions related to childhood, family
relationships, domestic violence, abuse, and other similar issues.
Some ideas for research topics for family are:
Family Concept and Structure
Influence of Parents on a Child's Behavior
Family and Child Abuse - Violent punishments, Emotional Trauma, Neglect
Adoption and Foster Parents
Parenting Styles
The Effects of Divorce on the Family
Balance between Work and Family
Single Parenting
Step-Families
Difference in the Concept and Role of Family Across Different Ethnic Groups
Marriage
Marriage can be broadly defined as a union of two individuals. Sociology studies
marriage as an institution that significantly influences and affects two individuals living
together. One of the key functions of marriage, according to some societies, is to
provide a basis for beginning a family. However, there is no single meaning of the term.
Research topic ideas for marriage from a sociological viewpoint are:
History of the Institution of Marriage
Divorce and its Effects
Marriage and the Working Woman
Monogamy and Polygamy
Cross-Cultural Marriages
Abusive Marriages
Same-Sex Marriages
Secret to a Successful Marriage
Remarriage
Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) and Its Effects
Crime
Sociologists who study crime, analyze the criminal activity in society along with its
causes, nature, and effects. The study of crime not only involves sociological research,
but also requires analysis of criminal psychology and the study of behavioral sciences.
Topics relating to sociology and crime are listed below:
Crime and Minorities in Society
Cybercrime
Crime - A Result of the Absence of Education
Terrorism
Crime in Schools
Juvenile Delinquency and Corrective Measures
Substance Abuse in Educational Institutes
Media influences and Crime
Serial Killers
Prisons
Sports
Sports sociology is a newer, more specialized branch of the field that studies sports as
an important factor of human life. It analyzes the relationship between sports and
society, and provides a different perspective to the effects of sports on individuals, as
well as society as a whole.
Some sports-sociology topics that can be used for research are:
Sports and Health
Sports and the Family:Closer Interpersonal Relationships?
Sports and Politics
Sports and the Economy
Sports as a part of Schooling:Good or Bad?
Influence of Sports on Culture and Society
Sports:Bridging Social Inequality
Sports and Substance Abuse
Sports and Gender
Sports and Personality Development
Points to Consider
Decide on a subject that interests you: the more interested you feel you are, the better
your essay or paper will be.
Begin on time. It is extremely important to begin your research on time in order to
complete it without any sort of stress hampering your work.
Conduct elaborate research on your selected topic before you sit down to write. Your
research will help you get a clear idea about what exactly you want to include in your
paper.
Make sure your topic is one that has easy access to both primary and secondary data. If
your sources of research aren't easily accessible, your paper might take a lot more time
than you may have estimated.
Including primary data (interviews, surveys, any other source of firsthand information) is
always a plus as it never fails to reflect the amount of work and efforts you have put into
this paper.
In case you feel the topic you chose isn't right for you, don't hesitate to have a word with
your professor and ask if you can change it―after all, your paper has to be interesting
for you too, right?