Sociology, B.A.

The goals of the Sociology major are to:

• Offer learners a rigorous and intellectually grounded understanding of the social world and develop theoretical and analytical skills to evaluate and conduct social field research and analysis.
• Offer learners a curriculum that is dedicated to building the students’ sociological knowledge and skills that are applicable to a broad range of settings, including the public and private sectors - especially in the pursuit of graduated studies and professional work in sociology, law, social work, urban planning and development, public policy, education and other related fields of employment.

Program Student Learning Outcomes:

• Demonstrate a working knowledge of the core concepts of sociology (general theory, methodology and statistics, deviance and social problems, demography and urban centers, multiculturalism, social institution, social psychology, gender, and globalization.);
• Demonstrate a working knowledge of nature, methods, and critical thinking skills in qualitative and quantitative research methodologies in the field;
• Develop an understanding of diversity and issues of social justice; and
• Recognize and be able to apply the sociological imagination to interpret contemporary social situations and/or social issues.
   
• A Major in Sociology Requires:
• General Education 44
• Major Core Courses 34
• Social Science Core 24
• Restricted Electives 15
• Free Electives 6
• TOTAL 123