The sociology degree provides students with a foundation in the science of sociology. Upon successful completion of the program requirements, the student will acquire an understanding of major sociological concepts and theoretical perspectives on social problems and social life as they apply to the individual, group, and society. Students will also understand the principles of research methods and data analysis. The major prepares students for careers in fields such as teaching, research, social work, public relations, and counseling. Students will demonstrate their proficiency in sociological competencies through examinations and writing assignments on the major sociological theories and research techniques.

Required Core: 10 units

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• SOCI 101 – Introduction to Sociology 3 units
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• SOCI 101H – Honors Introduction to Sociology 3 units
•  SOCI 104 – Social Problems 3 units
•  MATH 150 – Elementary Statistics with Probability 4 units
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• PSYC 9A – Introduction to Statistics and Data Analysis for the Behavioral Sciences 4 units
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• SOCI 109A – Introduction to Statistics and Data Analysis for the Behavioral Sciences 4 units

List A: 6 units

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• SOCI 102 – Families and Intimate Relationships 3 units
• SOCI 107 – Issues of Race and Ethnicity in the United States 3 units
• SOCI 112 – Introduction to Criminology 3 units
• PSYC 8 – Social Psychology 3 units

List B: 3 units

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• ANTH 2 – Introduction to Cultural Anthropology 3 units
• ASTU 7 – History of American Popular Culture 3 units
• PSYC 12 – Human Sexuality 3 units
• PSYC 16 – Lifespan Development 3 units
• SOCI 108 – Global Perspectives on Race and Ethnicity 3 units
• SOCI 110 – Introduction to Social Work 3 units
• SOCI 113 – Gender and Society 3 units
• SOCI 115 – Sociology of Death and Dying 3 units
• SOCI 118 – Sociology of Sexualities 3 units
• WSTU 1 – Introduction to Women’s Studies 3 units