Roosevelt University - Sociology - 04-06 Undergraduate Catalog

Sociology
2004-2006 Undergraduate Catalog | Catalogs

Sociology has always emphasized the study of human behavior, but over the past years the discipline has recognized that any comprehensive understanding of the complexities of human behavior requires the crossing of traditional disciplinary lines. Training in sociology is valued as preparation for graduate work in many professions and also as preparation for careers in business and government. The curriculum in sociology has been designed to develop a comprehensive understanding of human society and to provide enough flexibility for students to pursue areas of individual vocational or personal interest.

Major in Sociology leading to a BA degree

Sociology majors must complete at least 33 semester hours of work in the discipline. Transfer students must take a minimum of five courses (15 semester hours) in sociology at Roosevelt University, including the required 300-level course in social inequality. All majors must complete the core courses listed below.

Core courses:

Soc 101	Introduction to Sociology	3
Soc 210	Contemporary Social Issues	3
Soc 290	The Research Process	3
Soc 303	The Development of Sociology	3
One other 300-level course, chosen with an advisor from the list below, that specifically addresses social inequality		3
Soc 311	Culture and Politics in Latin America
Soc 314	Globalization, Society, and Culture
Soc 320	Sociology of Inequality
Soc 327	Race and Ethnic Relations
Soc 340	Sex, Gender, and the Social Order
Soc 353	Health, Illness, and Medicine in American Society
Soc 397	Urban Policy Issues

Electives:

Six electives, at least three at the 300 level

Minor in Sociology

The requirements for the minor are six courses in sociology, at least two of which must be completed at Roosevelt University.

Soc 101	Introduction to Sociology	3
Soc 210	Contemporary Social Issues	3
Soc 290	The Research Process	3
Three electives in sociology at the 300 level		9