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Sociology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Sociology is really about learning analytical thinking in the best tradition of the liberal arts. Our curriculum focuses on current and important social problems. The world is constantly confronted with public policy issues that are essentially social in character. Sociological analyses provide a coherent, yet diverse framework for examining these issues and understanding the many perspectives involved in attempting to solve social problems. We also provide students with a unique perspective with which better to understand their day-to-day lives. Sociological questions concern not only interpersonal interaction and conflict, but also the behaviors of groups, organizations, institutions, industries, social movements, and nation states. Standard Major: The standard major in Sociology consists of eleven courses to be selected as follows: One introductory level course, either SOCY 1 or SOCY 2. Two methods courses: SOCY 10 and SOCY 11. With approval of the Chair, a major may substitute one of the statistical analysis courses offered by the other social science departments or programs. One theory course: SOCY 15, or SOCY 16. Students must take four Lower Division courses (numbered 20-49), two Upper Division courses (numbered 50-80), and one culminating experience course (see 5. below). Students may substitute an Upper Division course for one of the Lower Division courses. Standard majors must satisfy the culminating experience requirement by successfully completing any one of the following three options: Senior Independent Study Project (SOCY 90), The Sociological Imagination (SOCY 91) or Honors Thesis (SOCY 98). Brief descriptions of each option may be found under the course listings. Please consult the Department regarding specific procedures for each option. The culminating experience may be counted as one of the seven additional courses in Sociology numbered 20 or higher that are required for completion of the major. Modified Major: The modified major in Sociology consists of thirteen courses to be selected as follows: One introductory level course, either SOCY 1 or SOCY 2. Two methods courses: SOCY 10 and SOCY 11. With approval of the Chair, a major may substitute one of the statistical analysis courses offered by the other social science departments or programs. One theory course: SOCY 15, or SOCY 16. Students must take three Lower Division courses (numbered 20-49), one Upper Division course (numbered 50-80), and one culminating experience course (see 5. below). Students may substitute an Upper Division course for one of the Lower Division courses. Modified majors, must satisfy the culminating experience requirement by successfully completing any one of the following three options: Senior Independent Study Project, The Sociological Imagination or an Honors Thesis. Please consult the Department regarding specific procedures for each option. Four related courses taken in one or more departments or programs.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Sociology is really about learning analytical thinking in the best tradition of the liberal arts. Our curriculum focuses on current and important social problems. The world is constantly confronted with public policy issues that are essentially social in character. Sociological analyses provide a coherent, yet diverse framework for examining these issues and understanding the many perspectives involved in attempting to solve social problems. We also provide students with a unique perspective with which better to understand their day-to-day lives. Sociological questions concern not only interpersonal interaction and conflict, but also the behaviors of groups, organizations, institutions, industries, social movements, and nation states. Standard Major: The standard major in Sociology consists of eleven courses to be selected as follows: One introductory level course, either SOCY 1 or SOCY 2. Two methods courses: SOCY 10 and SOCY 11. With approval of the Chair, a major may substitute one of the statistical analysis courses offered by the other social science departments or programs. One theory course: SOCY 15, or SOCY 16. Students must take four Lower Division courses (numbered 20-49), two Upper Division courses (numbered 50-80), and one culminating experience course (see 5. below). Students may substitute an Upper Division course for one of the Lower Division courses. Standard majors must satisfy the culminating experience requirement by successfully completing any one of the following three options: Senior Independent Study Project (SOCY 90), The Sociological Imagination (SOCY 91) or Honors Thesis (SOCY 98). Brief descriptions of each option may be found under the course listings. Please consult the Department regarding specific procedures for each option. The culminating experience may be counted as one of the seven additional courses in Sociology numbered 20 or higher that are required for completion of the major. Modified Major: The modified major in Sociology consists of thirteen courses to be selected as follows: One introductory level course, either SOCY 1 or SOCY 2. Two methods courses: SOCY 10 and SOCY 11. With approval of the Chair, a major may substitute one of the statistical analysis courses offered by the other social science departments or programs. One theory course: SOCY 15, or SOCY 16. Students must take three Lower Division courses (numbered 20-49), one Upper Division course (numbered 50-80), and one culminating experience course (see 5. below). Students may substitute an Upper Division course for one of the Lower Division courses. Modified majors, must satisfy the culminating experience requirement by successfully completing any one of the following three options: Senior Independent Study Project, The Sociological Imagination or an Honors Thesis. Please consult the Department regarding specific procedures for each option. Four related courses taken in one or more departments or programs.

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IELTS

7+

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