Sociology (BS)

• Program Prerequisite: Not required for Sociology major.
• Minor: Required
• Grade Requirements: A minimum grade of “C” in courses counted toward the major (a grade of “C-” is not acceptable). Also refer to the general grade requirements for graduation.
• Credit Hour Requirements: A total of 120 credit hours is required for graduation, of which 40 must be upper division credit hours (courses numbered 3000 and above). A minimum of 36 Sociology credit hours are required for the major.
• Program Code: 7020BS
• CIPC: 451101

Transfer students who are majoring in Sociology can transfer up to 18 hours from an acceptable Sociology program. Only 9 of the transferred hours can be lower division.

Advisement

Sociology majors are assigned to a faculty advisor and are encouraged to meet with that advisor annually for course and program advisement. Call 801-626-6241 for additional information.

Admission Requirements

There are no special admission or application requirements for the Sociology major. Declare your program of study and schedule an advising appointment with the Sociology program advisor.

General Education

Refer to Degree Requirements for Bachelor of Science requirements. SOC 1010  will fulfill General Education, Diversity Cultural Competence and program requirements.

Program Learning Outcomes

• Conduct research and analyze data
• Communicate skillfully
• Identify and explain the terms, concepts, and theories of the discipline of sociology
• Practice critical thinking
• Apply historical, cultural, and global perspectives to the interaction of groups and societies
• Prepare a foundation for careers, graduate studies, and informed participation in a complex society