Bachelor of Arts in Sociology (120 Hours)

Program Outcomes

Explain core sociological theories and concepts and apply them to social structures, institutions, and contemporary social issues.

Use qualitative and quantitative research methods to collect, analyze, and interpret sociological data.

Evaluate the influence of race, class, gender, and other dimensions of identity and inequality on individual experiences and societal systems.

Communicate sociological arguments effectively through clear, evidence-based writing and presentations.

Apply sociological perspectives to propose informed, ethical, and culturally aware responses to social problems.

Essential Liberal Arts Courses (31 hours)

Required

Course NumberCourse TitleCredits
CCC100Introduction to College Writing

3

CCC102Public Speaking

3

 

MATH100Mathematics for the Liberal Arts

4

Or

MATH101Intermediate Algebra

4

 

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Scientific Inquiry

4

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Experiential Learning

2

 

Great Conversation Series

Required

Course NumberCourse TitleCredits
GCON110Great Conversation: The Meaning of Life

3

GCON120Great Conversation: Western Civilization

3

GCON130GCON130 - Great Conversation: Global Civilization

3

GCON140GCON140 - Great Conversation: Art

3

GCON150GCON150 - Great Conversation: What It Means to Be A U.S. Citizen

3

Sociology Core (21 hours)

Required

Course NumberCourse TitleCredits
SOC104Introduction to Sociology

3

SOC201Social Problems

3

SOC381Sociological Theory

3

SOC385Social Research Methods

3

SOC405Critical Theory of Society

3

SOC407Capstone: Senior Research

3

SCJ308Sex Discrimination and Violence Against Women

3

Sociology Electives (12 hours)

Choose 12 hours required from the following:

Course NumberCourse TitleCredits
SOC202Sociology of Sex & Gender

3

SOC303Race & Ethnic Relations

3

SOC307Marriage & the Family

3

SOC309Urban Sociology

3

SOC311Class, Status and Power

3

Note:

  • General elective credit hours will vary dependent upon the following degree requirements:
    • Must complete a minimum of 120 credit hours
    • Must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours of coursework at the 300 or 400-level
  • Courses requiring prerequisites and corequisites are noted on the course which can be found in the course description section of the catalog.