Sociology is the scientific study of the structures and processes of human societies and social interaction. From the analysis of passing encounters between individuals in the street to the investigation of broad-based international social movements, the student of sociology studies the subtle, yet complex, ways in which his/her life interacts with the collective experience of others.

Students who graduate with a BA in sociology and enter the job market directly will find themselves competing with other liberal arts students, but with an advantage -- knowledge of key social factors that are crucial for working in today's multiethnic and multinational business environment, a firm grasp on research design and methods, and strong analytical skills

Sociology Major Requirements

The Major is organized to provide a firm foundation in both theory and research methods (through the core courses), while allowing students to tailor their major to their specific subject interests.  All students are required to complete courses in social theory, social stratification, and methods.  In these courses, students acquire the skills necessary to describe and analyze patterns of human interaction.

All students in the sociology major are required to take a minimum of 40 hours of coursework beyond the introductory course, Foundations in Sociology (SOCS 1810).

Required courses include:

• Sociological Classics (SOCI 2020)
• Sociological Imagination and Inquiry (SOCI 2005)
• Social Inequality  (SOCI 2420)
• a statistics course (PSYC 2300 or its equivalent) 

Students must also take a minimum of 20 additional hours of elective courses, 10 of which can be the Internship/Practicum..

Sociology Major Requirements Worksheet (Word .doc)