In addition to the General Education Requirements (GER) for the B.A., students who major in sociology must complete 34 hours of sociology courses including:
Required courses:
SOC 100 Introduction to Sociology
SOC 333 Statistics for the Social Sciences
SOC 300 Research Methods
SOC 465 Sociological Theory
A minimum of 21 hours must be taken in courses numbered 300 or above.
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in sociology
Curriculum requirements ensure familiarity with a broad range of sociological areas, but are flexible enough to allow the student to pursue personal areas of interest. A faculty advisor is available to assist you in selecting courses.
So What Can You Do With a Sociology Major Anyway?
The study of sociology equips you with a variety of general skills, including
research and computer techniques, which are applicable to many careers. By
studying sociology one learns to understand complex data collection techniques
and measures of social trends. This means that a major in sociology from
UAH is a strong foundation for the pursuit of many careers in business,
government, and education.
In addition, the study of sociology has relevance to any work in which people deal with other people. Everyone benefits from an insight into the motivation and circumstances that influence human behavior. The sociological perspective helps us understand social relationships, social institutions, and society, by using the scientific method. This assists us in interpreting the relationship between our personal experiences and the society in which we live. A degree in sociology is excellent preparation for many careers such as:
Personnel work Public relations
Regional Planning
Marketing
Law enforcement Policy making
Administration International development
Social research Journalism
Social work Education and research
Undergraduate degrees in sociology may also be used as a basis for further
graduate studies in Social Work, Global Policy, Women's Studies, Law, or
a master's or doctorate in Sociology.
