Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in Sociology
About the B.A. in Sociology
The sociology major is intended to introduce students to the intellectual and methodological perspectives and practices in the discipline. The program is designed to prepare students for immediate entry into the workplace or to pursue further study in a master’s or Ph.D. program.
Note | All majors are strongly encouraged to fulfill the core requirements prior to pursuing other upper-level courses in the department.
Core Requirements (33 cr.)
All courses are 3 credit hours, unless otherwise designated.
- SOC-S 161 Principles of Sociology
- SOC-S 348 Introduction to Sociological Theory
- SOC-S 349 Topics in Contemporary Social Theory
- SOC-S 351 Social Statistics
- SOC-S 353 Qualitative Research Methods
- SOC-S 354 Quantitative Research Methods
- Five additional courses in sociology, including two 400-level seminars and not more than one at the 100-level. The internship course, SOC-S 494 Field Experience in Sociology, may be counted as one of the 400-level seminars.
Minor in Sociology
About the Minor in Sociology
Students majoring in a field other than sociology may complete a minor in sociology. Students interested in pursuing such a minor should consult with the department chair before completing three courses in the program.
Course Requirements (15 cr.)
All courses are 3 credit hours, unless otherwise designated.
Five courses, including at least one seminar at the 400-level, chosen from within the departmental listings, with the approval of the departmental chair, according to the following specifications:
- SOC-S 161 Principles of Sociology
Select one of the following:
- SOC-S 351 Social Statistics
- SOC-S 353 Qualitative Research Methods
- SOC-S 354 Quantitative Research Methods
Select one of the following:
- SOC-S 348 Introduction to Sociological Theory
- SOC-S 349 Topics in Contemporary Social Theory
- Two additional sociology courses at the 200-level or above. One of these must be a 400-level seminar or SOC-S 494 Field Experience in Sociology.