Sociology Option, General Studies, A.A.

Program Description

The Sociology Option of the General Studies associate of art degree program is a recommended program of study for students interested in pursuing a bachelor’s degree in sociology.

Graduates of the Sociology Option will be able to:

• Cultivate familiarity with the major concepts, historical origins, empirical findings, and foundational theoretical perspectives of sociology: Conflict Theory, Interactionism, Structural Functionalism, and Feminist Theory
• Apply the scientific method as a basis for engaging in critical thinking and understanding sociological phenomena such as changes in the economy, demographics, stratification, and mobility, etc.
• Use sociological terminology appropriately in oral and written communication
• Use relevant technology to complete sociological projects, research and assignments that focus on trends related to collective human behavior
• Work productively with individuals from varying subpopulations, including those from diverse socioeconomic and racial/ethnic backgrounds
• Discuss ethical issues in sociological research

General Education Courses

The list of general education courses appears in the General Education List . Some programs recommend or require specific courses to fulfill general education requirements. Please check your program’s sequence of study for this information.

Program Requirements

• PAS-1000 First Year Experience 1 Credit **
• PHL-1010 Introduction to Philosophy: The Art of Questioning 3 Credits
• SOC-1010 Introduction to Sociology 3 Credits
• SOC-2020 Marriage and Family 3 Credits
• SOC-2010 Social Problems 3 Credits
• SOC-2030 Criminology 3 Credits
• SOC-2090 The Sociology of Minorities 3 Credits

Transferability

Credit earned at any public institution in the state shall be transferable to any other institution if the:

• Credit is from a college or university parallel course or program;
• Grades in the block of courses transferred average 2.00 or higher; and
• Acceptance of the credit is consistent with the policies of the receiving institution governing students following the same program. Refer to ARTSYS at artweb.usmd.edu and the receiving institution’s catalog to select transferable courses.

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Sequence of Study - Sociology Option A.A.

Below are the required courses for your program arranged in a suggested sequence. Please note that the sequence does not include developmental coursework. See Academic Preparation  for the developmental course sequence if applicable to you.

Program Total: 60 Credits

Asterisk (*) denotes a general education course.

Double asterisk (**) denotes a course that is an institutional requirement.