Sociology, Minor

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Program Description

Sociology is the scientific study of society which examines the social context in which the individuals live, including cultures, social structures, and social institutions. Sociology is a discipline that describes, explains, and predicts human social patterns using scientific methods and theoretical constructs. The sociology minor program provides strong liberal arts preparation for a host of careers, e.g. journalism, politics, public relations, business, and public administration -- fields that involve investigative skills, critical thinking, and working with diverse groups.

Program Requirements

Course List

Code	Title	Credit Hours
Total hours		18
Complete 2 required classes		6
SOC 1010G	Intro to Sociology
SOC 1020	Modern Social Problems
Complete any 4 of the following classes (with at least 3 upper division)		12
SOC 2370	Sociology of Gender
SOC 2600	Sociology of the Family
SOC 2630G	Race and Minority Relations
SOC 3030	Social Research Methods
PSY 3110	Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences
SOC 3400	Sociology of Religion
SOC 3460	Political Sociology
SOC 3520	Environmental Sociology
SOC 3690	Internet Technology and Society
SOC 3750G	Sociology of Aging
SOC 3800	Animals and Society
SOC 4000	Classical Social Theory
SOC 4100	Contemporary Social Theory
SOC 4020	Survey Research Design
SOC 4400	Social Change
SOC 4750R	Current Topics in Sociology
SOC 4900R	Independent Studies

Graduation Requirements:

1. All course work taken to meet Behavioral Science requirements must be completed with a grade of C- or better.

Graduation Plan

This graduation plan is a sample plan and is intended to be a guide. Your specific plan may differ based on your Math and English placement and/or transfer credits applied. You are encouraged to meet with an advisor and set up an individualized graduation plan in Wolverine Track.

Plan of Study Grid

First Year
Semester 1		Credit Hours
SOC 1010G	Intro to Sociology	3
SOC 1020	Modern Social Problems	3
SOC Elective		3
	Credit Hours	9
Semester 2
SOC Elective		3
SOC Elective		3
SOC Elective		3
	Credit Hours	9
	Total Credit Hours	18

Program Learning Outcomes

1. Analyze social phenomena from a sociological perspective.
2. Apply sociological concepts and theories to real-life situations.
3. Analyze qualitative and quantitative data used in social science.
4. Perform evidence-based research in social science.