Social Science, Sociology Major, B.S.

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Sociology is the scientific study of human social behavior-how people interact, organize, and create meaning within groups, institutions, and cultures. It relies on observation, generalization, and interpretation to understand how societies function and change.

The Sociology program offers a strong liberal arts foundation for students pursuing careers or further study in social work, counseling, education, business, government, or law. It also prepares students for graduate and professional programs in fields such as human resources, clinical sociology, organizational management, corrections, social policy, and demographics.

The major consists of 42 total credits. Of those 42 credits, 27 are required course work and 15 are elective course work. Foundational courses introduce students to the core ideas, theories, and methods of sociology; while additional requirements include coursework in key areas in the field-social class, gender, race and ethnicity, place, and organizations. The major concludes with a senior seminar.

Required Courses

SOC 1100 - Introduction To Sociology Credit(s): 3
SOC 1200 - Contemporary Social Problems Credit(s): 3
SOC 2000 - Integrated Statistics & Methodology Credit(s): 3
SOC 3350 - Social Stratification Credit(s): 3
SOC 4000 - Sociological Theory Credit(s): 3
SOC 4990 - Senior Seminar in Sociology Credit(s): 3

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SOC 2100 - Folklore Credit(s): 3
SOC 2200 - Introduction to Poverty Studies Credit(s): 3
SOC 2250 - Popular Culture Credit(s): 3
SOC 2550 - Marriage and Family Credit(s): 3

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SOC 3300 - Sociology Of Gender Credit(s): 3
SOC 3400 - Complex Organizations Credit(s): 3
SOC 3600 - Sociology Of Race & Ethnicity Credit(s): 3
SOC 3700 - Sociology of Place Credit(s): 3

15 Hours of Upper Division Courses Approved by Advisor

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Social Science, Sociology Major, B.S.

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15 Hours of Upper Division Courses Approved by Advisor

Total Credit Hours: 42