Degrees: Sociology

B.A. DEGREE

Courses in the Sociology Department help students gain an understanding of interpersonal relations, and of the influence of society on human behavior. Sociology majors have a variety of options available to them. Students may seek to pursue graduate work in sociology or social work or other related fields, or may seek employment in governmental or social service agencies. Students may also use their knowledge of society and social trends to enter such fields as business, marketing, advertising and communications.

Total Credits in Program: 30

Required Courses (12 Credits)		Credits
SAS 103	Introduction to Sociology	3
SAS 201	Methods of Sociological Research	3
SAS 203	Social Theory,
or SAS 204	Contemporary Social Theory	3
SAS 493	Advanced Topics in Social Science	3
Electives (18 credits)
The student must also complete an additional 18 credits as approved by the Sociology Department. Students may utilize courses such as EDU 201, Social Foundations of Education; PSY 102 Social Psychology; or MAT 102, Statistics for Social Science, towards the 30 credits required for the major, with permission of the Department.