Student ID:__________________________ Student Name:_______________________ Advisor Name:_______________________	Catalog: 2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog Program: Sociology, B.A.
This is for planning purposes only, please check with your advisor with questions about your degree progress
Sociology, B.A. Sociology is the study of relations among individuals, relations between individuals and society, and relations among the systems and structures of society. A sociology major is excellent preparation for many professions. Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the baccalaureate degree, students in sociology are expected to: Apply a sociological perspective, built upon an understanding of basic sociological constructs and theories, to various areas of social life; Explicate the diverse ways in which sociologists gather, interpret, and evaluate data; Articulate sociologically informed opinions and arguments concerning social and behavioral phenomena, and critically read and understand sociological argument; Describe the similarities and dissimilarities of behaviors, attitudes, values, beliefs, and opinions across populations and subpopulations. minor required Majors and minors with specific career aspirations (including Honors in Sociology) may wish to concentrate course selections in one of the following areas: Criminology/Corrections - This concentration studies the nature of criminal law, the causes and consequences of criminal behavior, and the ways in which society deals with criminal offenders. Criminology is excellent preparation for careers in both the adult and juvenile justice systems, including police departments, court systems, and the probation and corrections networks within each. Electives include, but are not limited to: SOC 2160, SOC 3190, SOC 3400, SOC 3410, SOC 4410, SOC 4420, SOC 4450, SOC 4610 Family and Social Services - This concentration prepares students for careers in agencies responsible for the planning, delivery, and administration of services and resources for the well-being of individuals and families. Coursework provides a strong background for management decisions which must reflect an understanding of family dynamics-produced from social and individual variables including gender, age, race, and class-and the interactions of those dynamics with social institutions generally and human service programs in particular. Electives include, but are not limited to: SOC 2160, 3130, SOC 3170, SOC 3190, SOC 3410, SOC 3610, SOC 4040, SOC 4170, SOC 4600, SOC 4610 Population Studies - This concentration examines the composition of human populations, communities, and organizations as they adapt to their environments. Basic issues emphasized include the development of technical skills, family relationships, and international population issues such as immigration. The curriculum provides a breadth of training for careers in business planning, labor-force analysis, and economic development. Population analysts are employed in all levels of government and private business. Electives include, but are not limited to: SOC 2120, SOC 2160, 3130, SOC 3610, SOC 4040, SOC 4140, 4190, SOC 4200
BG Perspective (BGP) Requirements Must complete at least 1 course in each of the following: English Composition and Oral Communication _____________________________ ________ Quantitative Literacy _____________________________ ________ Must Complete at least 2 courses in each of the following: Humanities and the Arts _____________________________ ________ _____________________________ ________ Natural Sciences - at least one Lab Science required _____________________________ ________ _____________________________ ________ Social and Behavioral Sciences _____________________________ ________ _____________________________ ________ Complete total required BGP credit hours by selecting courses from any of the above categories: _____________________________ ________ _____________________________ ________ _____________________________ ________ _____________________________ ________ University Requirements Designated courses in Humanities and the Arts and the Social and Behavioral Sciences domains may be used to fulfill both the BGP requirement and one of the following university requirements: Cultural Diversity in the US ____________ International Perspective ____________ Composition Requirement: WRIT 1120 Total BGP Credits: Must be at least 36
Arts & Sciences Requirements (WLC) World Languages and Cultures (_____ yrs of HS_______) Consult the Undergraduate Catalog or the Arts and Sciences Student Handbook regarding approved course options in the different language and culture areas. ________1010_________________ ________ ________1020_________________ ________ _____________________________ ________ _____________________________ ________ Lab Science _____________________________ ________ Multidisciplinary Component Select from approved offerings, in consultation with an advisor and a faculty mentor. Four courses total, each with a different subject prefix. At least two courses at 3000/4000 level. Courses applied to the Arts & Sciences MDC may not be used to fulfill other Arts and Sciences degree requirements, nor may they be used to fulfill major, minor, BGP or other program requirements. _____________________________ ________ _____________________________ ________ _____________________________ ________ _____________________________ ________
Major Requirements
Course Name	Terms Taken	Grade	Core
SOC 1010 - Principles of Sociology
SOC 3020 - Introduction to Sociological Theory
SOC 2680 - Introductory Methodology
SOC 2690 - Introductory Statistics (QL)
SOC 4800 - Sociology Capstone **
Electives in Sociology (at least 18 hours), 9 hrs of which at 3000 or above * Minimum GPA 2.25 in major courses **Minimum grade of “C” required
Total Credits: 33*
Minor Requirements (Usually 21 Credits)
Electives and Non-Credit Courses
In order to graduate with “Honors in Sociology” you need to: attain an overall GPA of at least 3.5 and a GPA in sociology of at least 3.75 make a public presentation of the research project (if not completed as part of SOC 4800) earn a grade of B or higher in SOC 4800.
For Graduation You Will Need: 122 credit hours minimum. Minimum GPA 2.00. At least 30 credit hours of BGSU course work. 40 credit hours at the 3000/4000 level. Completion of all degree requirements, including the BG Perspective Core. A major, and if required, a minor, specialization or emphasis. Any substitution or waiver of courses required for your major or minor program must originate in the department/school offering the major or minor and must be approved by the College Office. To ensure a timely graduation, see a College Advisor during the semester prior to your intended graduation. Remember to complete an Application for Graduation by the end of the second week of classes during the fall semester or spring regular session, or by the end of the first week of the summer semester. For the specific dates, check your DARS. You may log onto MyBGSU to complete the online application. After the deadlines, you will need to complete an application in person in the College Office.
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Student ID:__________________________ Student Name:_______________________ Advisor Name:_______________________

Catalog: 2024-2025 Undergraduate Catalog Program: Sociology, B.A.

This is for planning purposes only, please check with your advisor with questions about your degree progress

Sociology, B.A.

Sociology is the study of relations among individuals, relations between individuals and society, and relations among the systems and structures of society. A sociology major is excellent preparation for many professions.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the baccalaureate degree, students in sociology are expected to:

Apply a sociological perspective, built upon an understanding of basic sociological constructs and theories, to various areas of social life;
Explicate the diverse ways in which sociologists gather, interpret, and evaluate data;
Articulate sociologically informed opinions and arguments concerning social and behavioral phenomena, and critically read and understand sociological argument;
Describe the similarities and dissimilarities of behaviors, attitudes, values, beliefs, and opinions across populations and subpopulations.

minor required

Majors and minors with specific career aspirations (including Honors in Sociology) may wish to concentrate course selections in one of the following areas:

Criminology/Corrections - This concentration studies the nature of criminal law, the causes and consequences of criminal behavior, and the ways in which society deals with criminal offenders. Criminology is excellent preparation for careers in both the adult and juvenile justice systems, including police departments, court systems, and the probation and corrections networks within each. Electives include, but are not limited to:

SOC 2160, SOC 3190, SOC 3400, SOC 3410, SOC 4410, SOC 4420, SOC 4450, SOC 4610

Family and Social Services - This concentration prepares students for careers in agencies responsible for the planning, delivery, and administration of services and resources for the well-being of individuals and families. Coursework provides a strong background for management decisions which must reflect an understanding of family dynamics-produced from social and individual variables including gender, age, race, and class-and the interactions of those dynamics with social institutions generally and human service programs in particular. Electives include, but are not limited to:

SOC 2160, 3130, SOC 3170, SOC 3190, SOC 3410, SOC 3610, SOC 4040, SOC 4170, SOC 4600, SOC 4610

Population Studies - This concentration examines the composition of human populations, communities, and organizations as they adapt to their environments. Basic issues emphasized include the development of technical skills, family relationships, and international population issues such as immigration. The curriculum provides a breadth of training for careers in business planning, labor-force analysis, and economic development. Population analysts are employed in all levels of government and private business. Electives include, but are not limited to:

SOC 2120, SOC 2160, 3130, SOC 3610, SOC 4040, SOC 4140, 4190, SOC 4200

BG Perspective (BGP) Requirements

Must complete at least 1 course in each of the following:

English Composition and Oral Communication
_____________________________ ________

Quantitative Literacy
_____________________________ ________

Must Complete at least 2 courses in each of the following:

Humanities and the Arts
_____________________________ ________
_____________________________ ________

Natural Sciences - at least one Lab Science required
_____________________________ ________
_____________________________ ________

Social and Behavioral Sciences
_____________________________ ________
_____________________________ ________

Complete total required BGP credit hours by selecting courses from any of the above categories:

_____________________________   ________
_____________________________   ________
_____________________________   ________
_____________________________   ________

University Requirements

Designated courses in Humanities and the Arts and the Social and Behavioral Sciences domains may be used to fulfill both the BGP requirement and one of the following university requirements:

Cultural Diversity in the US ____________
International Perspective ____________

Composition Requirement:
WRIT 1120

Total BGP Credits: Must be at least 36

Arts & Sciences Requirements (WLC)

World Languages and Cultures (_ yrs of HS___)

Consult the Undergraduate Catalog or the Arts and Sciences Student Handbook regarding approved course options in the different language and culture areas.
________1010_________________   ________
________1020_________________   ________
_____________________________   ________
_____________________________   ________

Lab Science

_____________________________ ________

Multidisciplinary Component

Select from approved offerings, in consultation with an advisor and a faculty mentor. Four courses total, each with a different subject prefix. At least two courses at 3000/4000 level. Courses applied to the Arts & Sciences MDC may not be used to fulfill other Arts and Sciences degree requirements, nor may they be used to fulfill major, minor, BGP or other program requirements.
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Major Requirements

Course Name

Terms Taken

Grade

Core

SOC 1010 - Principles of Sociology

SOC 3020 - Introduction to Sociological Theory

SOC 2680 - Introductory Methodology

SOC 2690 - Introductory Statistics (QL)

SOC 4800 - Sociology Capstone **

Electives in Sociology

(at least 18 hours), 9 hrs of which at 3000 or above

* Minimum GPA 2.25 in major courses

**Minimum grade of “C” required

Total Credits: 33*

Minor Requirements

(Usually 21 Credits)

Electives and Non-Credit Courses

In order to graduate with “Honors in Sociology” you need to:

attain an overall GPA of at least 3.5 and a GPA in sociology of at least 3.75
make a public presentation of the research project (if not completed as part of SOC 4800)
earn a grade of B or higher in SOC 4800.

For Graduation You Will Need:

122 credit hours minimum.
Minimum GPA 2.00.
At least 30 credit hours of BGSU course work.
40 credit hours at the 3000/4000 level.
Completion of all degree requirements, including the BG Perspective Core.
A major, and if required, a minor, specialization or emphasis.

Any substitution or waiver of courses required for your major or minor program must originate in the department/school offering the major or minor and must be approved by the College Office.

To ensure a timely graduation, see a College Advisor during the semester prior to your intended graduation.

Remember to complete an Application for Graduation by the end of the second week of classes during the fall semester or spring regular session, or by the end of the first week of the summer semester. For the specific dates, check your DARS. You may log onto MyBGSU to complete the online application. After the deadlines, you will need to complete an application in person in the College Office.

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