It also encourages students to pursue an interdisciplinary approach by incorporating course credit from closely related subject areas in other programs. Since students majoring in sociology vary in their interests and career goals, the curriculum allows for a great deal of flexibility in developing individual courses of study. Students who are interested in pursuing graduate studies in sociology usually will take more than the minimum number of upper-level courses. The program provides opportunities for involvement in faculty research through its course offerings, which include independent study, internships and honors research.

Learning outcomes:

  • Understand sociological theory
  • Understand diversity
  • Understand inequality
  • Understand sociological concepts
  • Understand research methodology
  • Effective writing skills
  • Critical-thinking skills
  • Oral communication skills