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 and 2000 Level

SOCI 1125	Introduction to Society: Processes and Structures	3 credits
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
3 further credits from a course in SOCI at the 2000 level		3 credits

3000 and 4000 Level

	9 credits from courses in SOCI at the 3000 level or higher		9 credits
Plus 6 credits from the following:
	SOCI 4225	Advanced Topics in Canadian Issues	3 credits
	SOCI 4320	Advanced Topics in Global Studies	3 credits
	SOCI 4325	Sociological Aspects of Community Service	6 credits
	SOCI 4330	Global Community Service	6 credits