Sociology Major, B.A.

Total: 21

Social Stratification Elective

Choose one course from the list below.

• SOC 3090 - Urban Sociology Credits: 3
• SOC 3220 - Prejudice and Discrimination in Contemporary Society Credits: 3
• SOC 3240 - Poverty in America Credits: 3
• SOC 3430 - Gender and Society Credits: 3
• SOC 3710 - Politics and Power Credits: 3
• SOC 3810 - Population Issues Credits: 3
• SOC 4200 - Social Stratification and Inequality Credits: 3

Applied Sociology Electives

Applied sociology is the primary focus of the sociology major. The applied focus of the sociology major’s required courses can be extended through the selection of the applied sociology electives listed below. These courses emphasize the practice of sociology and the application of sociology to social issues which emphasize practical skills, knowledge, and theories that the sociologist can use outside of the academic environment. Applied sociology includes fieldwork in government, business, nonprofits, and other organizations and agencies.

The following are courses specifically designed to meet these criteria:

• SOC 3090 - Urban Sociology Credits: 3
• SOC 3080 - Social Action Through Art Credits: 3
• SOC 3810 - Population Issues Credits: 3
• SOC 3750 - Social Change Credits: 3
• SOC 3770 - Society and the Environment Credits: 3
• SOC 4600 - Advanced Survey Research Credits: 3
• SOC 4710 - Advanced Qualitative Methods Credits: 3

General Sociology Electives

As an alternative to the applied sociology focus, students may choose instead to create a program of elective hours that meets their own needs and interests. It is recommended that students build an area of emphasis with the help of a sociology advisor. Students should, however, feel free to create their own list of classes that meet the necessity of taking 18 additional elective hours in sociology. Possible areas of emphasis are listed below.