Academic
Catalog August 2008 - August 2009 Undergraduate
and Graduate
Sociology is an academic program in the liberal arts tradition that emphasizes your development of critical skills (such as writing, analysis, research, and human relations) in the context of in-depth study of human social behavior and the dynamics of human societies. This program provides you with a great deal of flexibility to focus on special areas of interest, and internships are available in a variety of settings.
To earn this degree, complete at least 120 units of coursework, which we describe in the sections that follow:
at least 35 units of liberal studies requirements
at least 36 units of major requirements
at least 18 units of minor requirements
elective courses, if needed, to reach an overall total of at least 120 units
Be aware that some courses required for your degree may have prerequisites that you must also take. Check the courses in the appropriate subject. (You may be able to count these prerequisites toward your liberal studies or general elective credit.)
Please note that you must complete NAU’s diversity requirements by taking two 3-unit courses, one in ethnic diversity and one in global awareness. These courses may be used to meet other requirements within your academic plan if you choose them carefully. Click here for a list of the available diversity courses.
Also be aware that NAU requires that at least 30 units of the courses you take for your degree must be upper-division courses (those numbered 300 and above).
Finally, please note that you may be able to use some courses to meet more than one requirement; however, you must still meet the total of at least 120 units to graduate. Contact your advisor for details.
To complete this degree, take the following 36 units with a grade of C or better in each course:
SOC 101 and 201 (6 units)
SOC 365 or STA 270 (3 units)
SOC 355W, which meets NAU’s junior writing requirement (3 units)
SOC 498C, which meets NAU’s senior capstone requirement (3 units)
21 additional units of sociology courses, which may include up to 6 units of SOC 408
Please note that you must take at least 9 of the 36 units required for this major at NAU.
In addition, we recommend that you take no more than 6 units of sociology courses as web-based courses. Engagement with the community of sociology majors and faculty is a critical component of your education, and participation in the sociology learning community is best achieved by participating in face-to-face NAU courses.
You must complete a minor of at least 18 units from those described in this catalog. In consultation with your advisor, you should select a minor that’s appropriate for your career aspirations and educational needs. Your minor advisor will advise you about this part of your academic plan.
Please note that you may substitute an NAU certificate plan of at least 15 units for this minor requirement.
Additional coursework is required, if, after you have met the previously described requirements, you have not yet completed a total of 120 units of credit.
You may take these remaining courses from any academic areas, using these courses to pursue your specific interests and goals. We encourage you to consult with your advisor to select the courses that will be most advantageous to you. (Please note that you may also use prerequisites or transfer credits as electives if they weren’t used to meet major, minor, or liberal studies requirements.)
Click here for more information about Sociology undergraduate courses and faculty.