Sociology

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Explore the Intersection of Your Self and Your Society

Sociology is among the more popular areas of study at Providence because you study everything from interpersonal human relationships to interactions between people and powers on a global scale. It helps you to understand how these relationships are developed, structured, and changed, and the ways in which they are often shaped by social norms and cultural forces outside ourselves. You will learn to think analytically, creatively, and constructively about yourself, others, and the culture(s) in which we find ourselves. This higher level of cultural literacy mixed with Christian sensitivities will make you a valuable and effective contributor at the personal, organizational, national, or international levels. The Providence program has a significant focus on social justice which motivates social activism.

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Join us on one of our information sessions to hear more about the program, application/admission process and what makes Providence a unique place for you to get your university education. You can find upcoming sessions here (under University College Sessions).

Major Options

3 Years

Bachelor of Arts

Sociology Major

Combine with any Major

Minor

Sociology

Program Details

For entry into the Sociology major, a grade of "C" or better in any Sociology course is required. For students who have taken additional courses toward the major, a minimum GPA of 2.00 is required on all courses, excluding failed courses.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Please look to the Academic Calendar for full information and course lists. If there are discrepancies between the information listed here and in the Academic Calendar, the Academic Calendar is definitive.

Range of Courses

Faculty

Dennis Hiebert, Ph.D. (Program Coordinator)Professor of Sociology

Val Hiebert, Ph.D. (Cand.) Assistant Professor of Sociology

Brianne Collins, Ph.D. Instructor of Psychology

Career Options

Graduates build careers in a vast array of human or social services, including humanitarian aid, social work, community programming and development, disaster relief, human resources, social policy analysis, education, criminal justice, counseling, civil service, law, journalism, and much, much more. Some first pursue graduate studies in fields closely related to sociology.

Sociology