Sociology Major
Required coursework for the major in sociology includes:
| An introduction to the sociological perspective with a focus on how individual behavior is shaped by the social context. The nature and characteristics of human societies and social life are examined from a perspective known as the "sociological imagination". Topics range from the influence of culture on human behavior, the development of the self, group dynamics, deviance, population, and social inequality. 3 credits. |
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| Experiential-based course covering fundamental concepts and problems in social science research. Topics include ethics of research on human behavior, design, measurement, sampling, and interviewing and questionnaire construction. There is an emphasis on four research methods: available data, survey research, experiments, and field research. Prerequisite: SOC 110, junior standing or permission. 3 credits |
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| An intensive examination of the major sociological theorists and movements. Prerequisites: SOC 110 plus 9 credits in sociology at the 200-level or above, or permission of the instructor. 3 credits. |
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| A critical analysis of selected themes and issues in contemporary sociology. Topics may vary. This course is conducted as a seminar requiring extensive student participation. Writing process. Prerequisites: SOC 110 plus SOC 321 or 331 and 9 additional credits in sociology. This course is for sociology and criminal justice majors only. 3 credits. |
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21 additional credits in sociology excluding internships.