Sociology Major

A major in Sociology consists of a minimum of 30 hours of course work in Sociology.

Required Courses (18 hours)

SOC 2000 - Principles of Sociology Credits: 3 hours
SOC 2820 - Methods of Data Collection Credits: 3 hours
SOC 2830 - Methods of Data Analysis Credits: 3 hours
SOC 3000 - Sociological Theory Credits: 3 hours
SOC 3200 - Introduction to Social Psychology Credits: 3 hours
SOC 4800 - Advanced Sociology Credits: 3 hours

Electives (12 hours)

Students may choose their twelve hours of electives from the many offerings in the Department. At least two of the elective courses must be at the 3000- to 5000-level; only one at the 1000-level.

Limitations to the requirements above include: (1) a maximum of 12 hours transferred from a two-year institution may be included; (2) at least 9 hours must be taken at Western Michigan University; (3) no more than one course at the 1000-level may be included. Any variance of the above requirements must be approved by the Undergraduate Advisor, 2401 Sangren Hall.

Transfer Students

Transfer students should see the department advisor, since any transfer credit in sociology without a stated equivalent must be evaluated by the department if it is to apply toward a sociology major or minor.

Baccalaureate Writing Requirement

Students who have chosen the Sociology major will satisfy the Baccalaureate Writing Requirement by successfully completing:

SOC 4800 - Advanced Sociology Credits: 3 hours