B.S. in Sociology
Sociology is the study of social interaction, social structure, and organized social and cultural patterns that comprise societies. A sociologist attempts to develop a better understanding of the way society works. Curriculum flexibility allows sociology majors to pursue various interests. Areas of study include small groups, population, inequality, diversity, gender, social change, families, community development, organizations, health care, and aging.
Career opportunities for sociologists are vast. A sociologist's expertise can be useful in careers that involve community service, urban planning, industrial development, population analysis, agricultural and rural life advocacy, economic or marketing studies, health-related work, government administration, human relations, human and social services, management or personnel, and research analysis.
Sample Plan of Study
Core Courses
- ANTH 111 Introduction to Anthropology (3 CREDITS)
- SOC 110 Introduction to Sociology (3 CREDITS)
- SOC 340 Social Research Methods (3 CREDITS)
- SOC 341 Social Research Methods Lab (1 CREDIT)
- SOC 422 Development of Social Theory (3 CREDITS)
- SOC 489 Senior Capstone in Sociology (1 CREDIT)
- STAT 330 Introductory Statistics (3 CREDITS)
Anchor Courses
- SOC 115 Social Problems (3 CREDITS)
- SOC 202 Minorities & Race Relations (3 CREDITS)
- SOC 214 Social Interaction (3 CREDITS)
- SOC 233 Sociology of Organization & Work (3 CREDITS)
Additional Courses
- Any sociology courses (9 CREDITS)
- General education requirements (40 CREDITS)
- AHSS college requirements (12 CREDITS)
Total Credits: 122
Go to http://www.ndsu.edu/ndsu/academic/factsheets/ahss/sociology.shtml for more information regarding program requirements and a sample curriculum guide.
Admission Requirements
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Contact Information
NDSU Department of Sociology and Anthropology
Phone: 701-231-8657
Email: Gary.Goreham@ndsu.edu
Web: www.ndsu.edu/socanth/
NDSU Distance & Continuing Education
Phone: 1-800-726-1724 or 701-231-7015
Email: ndsu.dce@ndsu.edu
NDSU Office of Admission
Phone: 1-800-488-6378
Email: ndsu.admission@ndsu.edu
Web: www.ndsu.edu/admission/