Minor Requirements

 

The Sociology Minor provides students with a comprehensive understanding of social behavior, institutions, and the complexities of societal structures. This program is designed to complement a variety of majors and enhance your critical thinking and analytical skills.

Only students with GPAs of at least 2.5 in their majors may apply for a minor in Sociology. The student should obtain permission from the Coordinator of the major program and the Coordinator of the program that administers the relevant minor program before declaring a minor.

A student may apply for a minor only after the first year of study is completed. Students should complete the Declaration of a Minor form, obtain the appropriate signatures and submit it to the Registrar’s Office.

Benefits of a Sociology Minor:

• Gain insights into social dynamics and cultural diversity.
• Develop skills in research, analysis, and communication.
• Prepare for careers in social services, education, public policy, and more.
• For more details on course offerings and advising, please contact the sociology department.

 A minimum of 42 credits are required to complete the minor. All courses should have passing grades to be accepted. No written and oral exams as well as writing senior theses are required to receive the minor.

Required courses for the minor in Sociology 18 credits:

General Sociology (for non-sociologists) or Introduction in Sociology I (6)

Classical Social Theory (6)

Qualitative Research Methods (6) or Quantitative Research Methods (6)

 

Elective courses - 24 credits[1]:

Introduction in Sociology II

Sociology of Gender

Advanced Sociological Theories

Sociology of Culture

Market Society

Sociology of Religion

Identity and Differences

State and Society

Urban Sociology

Contemporary Social Theory

Sociology of health and illness    

 

[1] The list can be changed