Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
The discipline of sociology at Davis & Elkins is characterized by its critical approach toward the world. In addition to
equipping students with an understanding of the theoretical foundations and methodological tools of the discipline,
students will be encouraged to approach their culture and society with a thoughtful and critical eye.
The student who pursues a major (or minor) in Sociology will emerge from her coursework with a foundational
knowledge of sociological frameworks and methods, the ability to weigh competing arguments and frames of
reference, and an enhanced ability to express herself through both written and oral communication.
Degree Requirements
Baccalaureate Program (B.A.)
A major in Sociology consists
of a minimum of 30 hours of coursework in Sociology including the following courses:
- Sociology 301 - Sociological Theory
- Sociology 334 - Research Methods and Data Analysis
- Sociology 395 - Senior Thesis
One of the following:
- Sociology 221 - Class and Economic Inequality
- Sociology 223 - Race, Gender, and Social Inequality
An Additional 18 semester hours chosen from
sociology electives is required. Additional requirements are CSCI 100 - Personal Computing (or
equivalent, which fulfills, the computer literacy requirement) and an academic minor in a discipline outside Sociology.
Minor
The requirements for a minor in Sociology consist of
- Sociology 101 - Introduction to Sociology
- Sociology 103 - Social Problems
15 hours of coursework in Sociology including either
- Sociology 235 - Feminist Social Thought
- Sociology 237 - Ecological Thought OR Sociology 301 - Sociological Theory
For More Information Contact
Dr. Joseph Roidt
Department of Psychology & Human Services and Sociology
Davis & Elkins College
Elkins, WV 26241
(304) 637-1277
e-mail: jroidt@davisandelkins.edu
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