Sociology, B.A.

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Core Requirements

• SOC 121 - Introduction to Sociology 3 credits
• SOC 321 - Methods of Social Research I: Quantitative Methods 3 credits
• SOC 322 - Methods of Social Research II: Qualitative Methods 3 credits
• SOC 323 - Sociological Theory 3 credits
• SOC 496 - Comprehensive Sociology Examination 0 credits
• SOC 499 - Senior Seminar in Sociology 3 credits

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• For the general major in Sociology take 21 hours of electives in Sociology (SOC), at least five of which must be at the 300-400 level

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Majors are strongly encouraged to take Spanish language courses.

Applied & Clinical Specialization

A specialization in clinical/applied sociology prepares students for a wide variety of client-based sociological positions, including support group facilitator, mitigation expert/mediator, organizational consultant, program evaluator, or community group advocate. Clinical/applied sociological training can often include an internship for hands-on career preparation, helping people and organizations by applying one's sociological imagination. 

In addition to the core requirements for the Sociology major, students with a specialization in Applied & Clinical sociology are required to take the following:

• SOC 427 - Practicing Sociology 3 credits

• Take three of the following choices:

• SOC 333 - The Family in Cross-Cultural Perspective 3 credits
• SOC 348 - Medical Sociology 3 credits
• SOC 349 - Sociology of Aging
• SOC 425 - Internship in Sociology 3 - 6 credits

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• Complete 9 credits hours of SOC courses, at least one must be 300/400 level.

Diversity & Inequality Specialization

A specialization in diversity/inequality equips students with a heightened understanding of the causes and consequences of social inequalities, and with the high-demand ability to work with diverse populations. A diversity/inequality training in sociology prepares students for entering positions such as public relations specialist, human resources manager, case manager, program analyst, marketing/big data analyst, school counselor, military support specialist, or diversity trainer.

In addition to the core requirements for the Sociology major, students with a specialization in Diversity & Inequality are required to take the following courses:

• SOC 331 - Global Social Change and Development 3 credits
• SOC 334 - Sex and Gender 3 credits
• SOC 343 - The Social Ladder: Diversity and Inequality in America 3 credits
• SOC 350 - Race and Ethnic Relations 3 credits

• Complete 9 credit hours of SOC courses, at least one must be 300/400 level.

General Elective Credits: Complete enough general elective credit hours to fulfill total hours required for degree completion.

Total Credits: 120