Sociology Minor

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Overview

The sociology minor provides students with a better understanding of what makes people and groups behave as they do. It examines social life, social change and the social causes and consequences of human behavior.

Students interested in a minor in sociology should complete their prerequisite courses during their freshmen and sophomore years.

Locations Offered

Main Campus Fresno

General Education Prerequisites

SOC 120 - Introduction to Sociology Credits 3

Required Courses (18-20 Units)

SOC 461 - Introduction to Social Science Research Credits 3
SOC 470 - Sociocultural Theory Credits 3

Select any four courses from the lists below:

Semester Study Abroad Option

SOC 338 - People and Cultures of Costa Rica Credits 3
History/Politics of Modern India 3 Units
Religion/Culture of India 3 Units
HIST 408 - History and Politics of China and Vietnam Credits 3

Sociology Minor

Overview

Locations Offered

General Education Prerequisites

Required Courses (18-20 Units)

Select any four courses from the lists below:

Society and Culture

Social Institutions

Social Groups and Processes

Crime and Justice

Semester Study Abroad Option