Sociology
Sociology Concentrations
Concentrations within the Major
The Sociology department offers two concentrations within the major:
- Research Methods and Data Analysis (RMDA)
- Health and Society
Each concentration builds on core elements of the major. A concentration is not required for the major. For those interested, a concentration helps students specialize in a designated area while signaling their expertise to potential employers and graduate schools. The concentration will be noted on a student’s transcript.
Download the Sociology Major and Concentration Information sheet.
RMDA
Courses in addition to the Sociology major requirements, include:
• SO401 AND 402: Quantitative and Qualitative (must take both)
• SO328: Community-based research
• SO450: Thesis must use at least one research method informed by coursework
• One additional methods course; consult advisor
Health and Society
Courses in addition to the Sociology major requirements, include:
- SO450: Thesis must focus on Health & Society topic
- Advisor approved community engagement project, or internship
- At least three courses from the following:
- SO246: Sociology of Health/Medicine
- SO250: Global Health
- SO320: Mental Health Policy
- SO292: Sociology of Body & Health
- SO218: Data Visualization for Social Epidemiology
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