All Sociology majors take a group of core courses and then choose Sociology electives based on individual career goals.?The major can be applied in a variety of employment settings, including
- Universities
- Public agencies at the federal, state or local level
- Businesses or industrial firms, and
- Research institutes in the non-profit or advocacy sector.
For example, sociology is one of the majors recommended by the Physical Therapy department for students who plan to pursue a career in physical therapy. Sociology provides a well-rounded background in liberal arts advocated by the American Physical Therapy Association, while allowing students ample time to complete the requirements for admission to the?Doctor of Physical Therapy program. In addition, the Sociology major can be designed with an emphasis on health and healthcare systems to strengthen the foundation for a career in physical therapy or other health professions.