Sociology

sociology

WHAT IS SOCIOLOGY?

This major is part of the Social & Behavioral Sciences Exploration Group

Sociology Major Website

Sociology is an analytic discipline concerned with understanding people as creators of, and participants in, society. The field is broadly concerned with the study of modern society and its social organizations, institutions, groups, and social roles. Sociologists study social influences on human behavior, such as sexuality, ethnic identity, and religious belief, and how individuals become members of families and communities. The field is also concerned with social problems, especially all forms of prejudice, discrimination, and inequality, and with poverty, crime, violence, and the threatened environment. Sociologists emphasize sources of social problems in the organization of society, public policies for their alleviation, and today’s questions of social justice. Finally, they study how individuals, both alone and working in groups, can change the society in which they live. A major in sociology opens many doors for careers and is excellent background for advanced training in a variety of fields.

Declaration, Major Requirements, and Courses

HOW TO DECLARE:

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MAJOR REQUIREMENTS:

Major Requirements Overview

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HELPFUL INTRO COURSES:

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SOCI 1001 - Introduction to Sociology (Potential Major Requirement)

SOCI 1251 - Social Problems (Potential Major Requirement) 

SOCI 1501 - Race, Class, and Gender (Potential Major Requirement) 

SOCI 1701 - Society in Global Perspective (Potential Major Requirement)

Possible Career Opportunities

COMMON CAREER PATHS:

UConn students who major in Sociology often pursue careers with a focus on the systems and structures that shape individuals' place and experience in the world. Common examples include but are not limited to careers in: 

- Case management
- Community organizing
- Consulting
- Counseling or therapy
- Education
- Event planning
- Human resources
- Law
- Law enforcement
- Marketing or communications
- Research
- Social services

                    COMMON AREAS OF GRADUATE STUDY:

                    Sociology majors who go on to pursue graduate studies pursue a wide variety of master’s, doctoral, and/or professional degrees based on their interests. Common examples include but are not limited to degrees in: 

                    - Counseling
                    - Education or educational psychology
                    - Higher education and student affairs
                    - Law
                    - Social work
                    - Sociology

                    ADDITIONAL CAREER RESOURCES:

                    For additional examples of careers and graduate studies that UConn alumni have pursued, visit the UConn alumni search on LinkedIn or the Sociology Department website.

                    For further insight beyond the journeys of UConn alumni, visit Zippia or “What Can I do with this Major?” 

                    Related Minors

                    Sociology Minor