Sociology Minor

Description

The Bachelor of Arts Minor in Sociology program is a highly suitable accompaniment to a major or minor degree in the arts, sciences, business, technology and health-related fields. Because sociology covers a wide range of subject areas, it complements and broadens students’ perspectives and understandings of subjects covered in many other disciplines. The BA Minor in Sociology program aims to familiarize students with sociological theories and research methods, expose them to some of the main sub-fields in sociology, and enable them to explore a variety of social issues, problems and strategies for social change in the local and global contexts. Students are offered ample opportunities for engaging in hands-on learning activities, primary research projects and presentations, experiential and community-based learning, and community service work, as well the option of participating in a field school overseas in a developing nation.  

Admission Requirements

Students pursuing a Minor in Sociology must be admitted to KPU for undergraduate studies.

Declaration Requirements

Students pursuing this minor must declare their intention prior to graduation. A minor may only be declared as part of a bachelor’s degree.

Curricular Requirements

Students must achieve a minimum grade of C in all required courses.

1000 Level

SOCI 1125

Introduction to Society: Processes and Structures

3 credits

Note: completion of SOCI 1125 with a minimum grade of 'C' is a pre-requisite for all sociology courses at the 2000, 3000 and 4000 levels.

2000 Level

	SOCI 2225	Canadian Society: Conflict and Consensus	3 credits
	SOCI 2235	The Development of Sociological Thought	3 credits
	SOCI 2260	Research Methods in Sociology	3 credits
	6 credits from additional courses in SOCI at the 2000 level		6 credits

3000 Level

12 credits from courses in SOCI at the 3000 level

12 credits

Note that some courses at the 3000 level require specific course prerequisites in addition to SOCI 1125.

4000 Level

Either both of:
	SOCI 4225	Advanced Topics in Canadian Issues	3 credits
	SOCI 4320	Advanced Topics in Global Studies	3 credits
Or one of:
	SOCI 4325	Sociological Aspects of Community Service	6 credits
	SOCI 4330	Global Community Service	6 credits

It is recommended that students complete 60 course credits in total before taking courses at the 4000-level.

Credential Awarded

Upon successful completion of the minor as part of a bachelor’s degree program, transcripts will indicate a Minor in Sociology.