The textbook "Sociology of Journalism" offers a comprehensive examination of the discipline of journalism sociology, which is recommended according to state educational standards for the journalism program. It is based on the latest developments in sociological and theoretical-journalistic thinking, as well as on the experiences of media work in modern Russian society. The work is aimed at students and doctoral candidates in journalism faculties, as well as educators in various training formats. Furthermore, it is of interest to anyone who wishes to engage with the challenges of journalism sociology in the context of the information society.