Bachelor of Science-Sociology

Texas A&M University-Texarkana offers a Bachelor of Science degree in Sociology. Sociology is an illuminating and rewarding field of study that analyzes and explains important matters in our personal lives, our communities, and the world we live in.  At the personal level, sociology investigates the social causes and consequences of such things as romantic love, racial, ethnic and gender identity, marriage and family relationships, deviant behaviors, health and wellness, aging and dying, inter-personal violence, religious beliefs and practices, etc.  At the societal level, sociology examines and explains matters such as crime and punishment, law and law enforcement, wealth and poverty, prejudice, stereotyping, and discrimination, educational institutions, business organizations, urban community, social movements, social stratification and inequality, etc.  At the global level, sociology studies such phenomena as population growth, immigration, globalization, terrorism, war and peace, global poverty, human rights and freedoms, economic development, etc. 

Career Opportunities in Sociology:

Knowledge gained from these diverse areas of interest can serve as a broad base for careers in professions such as law, education, medicine, social work, social services, criminal justice, human services, law enforcement, journalism, politics, public service, business, or the criminal justice system. As a student, you will have the opportunity to work one-on-one with faculty and participate in various experiential learning opportunities through an internship program.

Bachelor of Science-Sociology

Students should refer to their DegreeWorks degree audit in their Web for Students account for more information regarding their degree requirements.

Major Requirements
General Education Requirements42
SOCI 1301Introduction to Sociology 63
SOC 310Sociological Theory3
SOC 323Social Stratification3
SOC 354Research Methods and Ethics3
SOC 380Ethnic and Cultural Diversity in America3
SOC 490Senior Seminar3
SOC 495Sociology Internship (EL)3
Select 15 semester credit hours from the following: 15
SOCI 2301
Marriage and Family
SOCI 2350
Introduction to Social Work
SOCI 2370
Contemporary Social Issues and Concerns
SOC 314
Social Psychology
SOC 315
Law and Society
SOC 320
Deviance and Deviant Behavior
SOC 325
Crime and Delinquency
SOC 330
Institutional Corrections, Theory and Practice
SOC 385
Globalization and Social Change
SOC 485
Religion and Society
SOCI 335
Media and Society
SOCI 345
Sociology of Crime and Justice
SOCI 355
Medical Sociology
Minor18
Select minimum of 18 semester credit hours from Minors listed in catalog
Electives (as needed to satisfy degree requirements, including 45 semester credit hours of Upper Division course work)
Minimum Hours for Degree 120
6

Satisfies core curriculum

Note: A minimum of 45 upper division hours are required for this degree. Resident credit totaling 25% of the hours is required for the degree.

Bachelor of Science- Sociology 4 Year Plan

First Year

FallSemester Credit Hours
ENGL 1301Composition I requires minimum grade of 'C', Satisfies Core Curriculum3
Mathematics Core Curriculum Requirement3
HIST 1301United States History I Satisfies Core Curriculum3
Creative Arts Core Curriculum Requirement3
SOCI 1301Introduction to Sociology Satisfies Core Curriculum3
IS 1100University Foundations mandatory for FTIC students only1
Fall Total Semester Credit Hours16
SpringSemester Credit Hours
ENGL 1302Composition II Satisfies Core Curriculum3
or ENGL 2311 Technical Writing & Communication
HIST 1302United States History II3
Language, Philosophy and Culture Core Curriculum Requirement3
COMM 1307Introduction to Mass Communication Satisfies Core Curriculum3
or SPCH 1315 Public Speaking
Component Area Option B of the Core Curriculum3
Spring Total Semester Credit Hours15
Total First Year Semester Credit Hours31
Note: The following courses are included in the major GPA calculation: SOCI 1301

Second Year

FallSemester Credit Hours
Life and Physical Sciences Core Curriculum Requirement3-4
PSCI 2305U.S. Government and Politics3
SOC 310Sociological Theory3
SOC 380Ethnic and Cultural Diversity in America3
Elective - Upper or Lower Division as needed to meet upper division and overall requirement3
Fall Total Semester Credit Hours15-16
SpringSemester Credit Hours
Life and Physical Sciences Core Curriculum Requirement3-4
PSCI 2306State and Local Government3
SOC 323Social Stratification3
Elective - Upper or Lower Division as needed to meet upper division and overall requirement3
Elective - Upper or Lower Division as needed to meet upper division and overall requirement3
Spring Total Semester Credit Hours15-16
Total Second Year Semester Credit Hours30-32
Note: The following courses are included in the major GPA calculation: SOC 310, 380, SOC 323

Third Year

FallSemester Credit Hours
SOC 354Research Methods and Ethics3
Select two of the following:6
SOCI 2301
Marriage and Family
SOCI 2350
Introduction to Social Work
SOCI 2370
Contemporary Social Issues and Concerns
SOC 314
Social Psychology
SOC 315
Law and Society
SOC 320
Deviance and Deviant Behavior
SOC 325
Crime and Delinquency
SOC 330
Institutional Corrections, Theory and Practice
SOC 385
Globalization and Social Change
SOC 485
Religion and Society
SOCI 335
Media and Society
SOCI 345
Sociology of Crime and Justice
SOCI 355
Medical Sociology
Minor Required Course Minimum 18 semester credit hours from minor listed in catalog3
Elective - Upper or Lower Division as needed to meet upper division and overall requirement3
Fall Total Semester Credit Hours15
SpringSemester Credit Hours
Select three of the following:9
SOCI 2301
Marriage and Family
SOCI 2350
Introduction to Social Work
SOCI 2370
Contemporary Social Issues and Concerns
SOC 314
Social Psychology
SOC 315
Law and Society
SOC 320
Deviance and Deviant Behavior
SOC 325
Crime and Delinquency
SOC 330
Institutional Corrections, Theory and Practice
SOC 385
Globalization and Social Change
SOC 485
Religion and Society
SOCI 335
Media and Society
SOCI 345
Sociology of Crime and Justice
SOCI 355
Medical Sociology
Minor Required Course Minimum 18 semester credit hours from minor listed in catalog3
Elective - Upper or Lower Division as needed to meet upper division and overall requirement3
Spring Total Semester Credit Hours15
Total Third Year Semester Credit Hours30
Note: The following courses are included in the major GPA calculation: SOC 354, 314, 315, 320, 325, 330, 385, 485,SOCI 2301, 2350, 2370, 335, 345, 355

Fourth Year

FallSemester Credit Hours
SOC 495Sociology Internship (EL)3
Minor Required Course Minimum 18 semester credit hours from minor listed in catalog3
Minor Required Course Minimum 18 semester credit hours from minor listed in catalog3
Elective - Upper or Lower Division as needed to meet upper division and overall requirement3
Elective - Upper or Lower Division as needed to meet upper division and overall requirement3
Fall Total Semester Credit Hours15
SpringSemester Credit Hours
SOC 490Senior Seminar3
Minor Required Course Minimum 18 semester credit hours from minor listed in catalog3
Minor Required Course Minimum 18 semester credit hours from minor listed in catalog3
Elective - Upper or Lower Division as needed to meet upper division and overall requirement3
Elective - Upper or Lower Division as needed to meet upper division and overall requirement3
Spring Total Semester Credit Hours15
Total Fourth Year Semester Credit Hours30
Minimum Hours for Degree120
Note: The following courses are included in the major GPA calculation: SOC 495, 490

NOTE: A minimum of 45 upper division hours are required for this degree. Resident credit totally 25% of the total hours is required for the degree.