Sociology Minor

Contact

James Roche, J.D.
Assistant Director, School of Criminology, Society & Politics
jroche@une.edu

Mission

The mission of the Sociology program is to offer a vigorous and exciting broad-based liberal arts education with an emphasis on cultural, global, and political dynamics. The program provides a combination of theoretical, scientific, practical, and experiential approaches to understanding and solving human problems. Issues of gender, race, class, and culture, as well as hands-on learning, are emphasized throughout the curriculum. Our goal is to graduate students with marketable skills that prepare them for careers in a variety of public and social services and/or for graduate study in related areas.

Program Description

A minor in Sociology provides students with a broad-base exposure to theories and methods, as well as a wide range of current social issues. Students receive extensive experiential learning opportunities as well. These academic and experiential foundations prepare the student for a wide range of academic and professional opportunities. This minor can help students pursue careers in a variety including sociology, social work, law, economics, environmental studies, and public health. Careers are also available in criminology as well as many other areas of social and public service.

A student with a major in another program may minor in Sociology with the permission of the Director of Social and Behavioral Sciences. Eighteen hours of approved coursework is required for the Minor in Sociology. 

Transfer Credit

See Undergraduate Admissions for more information.

Admissions

See Undergraduate Admissions for more information.

Financial Information

Tuition and fees for subsequent years may vary. Other expenses include books and housing. For more tuition and fee information, please consult this catalog’s Financial Information section.

Curricular Requirements

Program Required Courses
SOC 150Intro to Sociology3
One Soc. Anthropology or Archeology course3
One Sociology course at the 300-level or higher3
Three Sociology courses at the 200-level or higher9
Total Hours18

Please note: While some courses can fulfill both core and program requirements, the credits earned do not count twice towards the minimum total required credits for the degree.