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Sociology

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Your first year you will study basic sociology concepts and theories in our introductory course, a requirement for going into further sociology studies. 

Course of study

Students must take a minimum of three sociology courses before the end of second year to apply to complete an honours degree, major or double major in sociology. 

Upper level studies in sociology can involve topics like criminology, cultural studies, third world development, communications and gender relations.

Sociology at work

A sociology degree gives you the skills to analyze relationships, like those between people and governments, corporations and communities.

At work

Your sociology degree could lead to work as a:

  • case worker
  • human resources professional
  • childcare worker
  • parole officer
  • consumer relations worker
  • social worker
  • corrections officer
  • youth outreach worker
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