Sociology, Minor

The Sociology minor introduces the foundations for a science of behavior that encompasses both social and mental processes. It includes selected learning outcomes that ensure depth and breadth in sociological theory and practice.

The Sociology minor provides sufficient undergraduate preparation for the minimum entry requirements to an accredited graduate program in sociology without extensive additional upper-division coursework, although an introductory statistics course and a research methods course are recommended.

Required Courses

Please note: Twelve of the units taken to complete a minor (6 of which are upper division) may not be used in fulfillment of other minors, concentrations, or major requirements.

Complete the following course:
SOC 100 - Introduction to Sociology Units: 3
Complete one of the following courses:
SBS 321 - Survey Research in the Social Sciences Units: 3
SBS 362 - Research Methods: Qualitative Emphasis Units: 4
SBS 366 - Research Methods for SBS: Quantitative Emphasis Units: 4
Complete two of the following courses:
SOC 312 - Sociology of Gender Units: 3
SOC 317 - Social Movements Units: 3
SOC 320 - Labor and Labor Movements Units: 3
SOC 325 - Sociology of Latinos Units: 4
SOC 333 - Sociology of Deviance Units: 3
SOC 338 - Social Psychology Units: 4
SOC 365 - Technology and Society Units: 4
SOC 399 - Contemporary Immigration in Global Perspective Units: 3

Learning Outcomes

LO 1: Sociological Foundations

Students demonstrate understanding of foundational sociological theories and concepts.

LO 2: Statistical Reasoning, Research Methods, and Data Management

Students develop a sociological research question, identify appropriate research methods, design and implement a research project, analyze original data, and provide an evidence-based answer to the research question. Students express findings orally and in writing according to sociological professional standards.

LO 3: Breadth of Application

Students apply sociological theories and concepts to the study of topics within major sociological specializations.