Minor in Sociology
MINOR IN SOCIOLOGY CURRICULUM AND DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
An 18-hour sociology minor complements majors in fields like psychology, political science, education, and business, enhancing students' analytical abilities and preparing them for diverse careers that require a deep understanding of social dynamics and human relationships. A minor in sociology offers students a foundational understanding of societal structures, interactions, and institutions. This program focuses on providing students with a foundation in statistics, research methods, and key topics such as social behavior, race, class, gender, deviance, and contemporary social problems. Through this curriculum, students develop critical thinking skills and gain insights into the complexities of social behavior and organization.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| BSS 300 | Interdisc Applied Quant Method | 3 |
| or BSS 301 | Research Methods for BSS | |
| SOC 304 | Race and Ethnic Relations | 3 |
| SOC 305 | Contemp Social Problems | 3 |
| SOC 403 | Social Psychology | 3 |
| BSS 499 | Senior Colloquium | 3 |
Students must complete SOC 203, Principles of Sociology, as part of their core curriculum. Required courses include BSS 300, Statistics for the Behavioral and Social Sciences or BSS 301, Research Methods; SOC 304, Race and Ethnic Relations; SOC 305, Contemporary Social Problems; and PSY 403, Social Psychology. The remaining six hours of elective courses may be taken from among BSS 300 or 301 (whichever is not taken as one of the required courses); BSS 499, Senior Colloquium; PSY 490, PSY 491, or PSY 492, Psychology Practicum; or other courses at the 300-400 level that offer a sociological perspective of that topic (e.g., Sociology of Education).