These requirements are from an excerpt from the University Academic Catalog, which outlines the requirements for a student to earn the distinction of being a Castleton University graduate. The complete catalog is available online.
Students in the Sociology program will be prepared for careers in many fields, graduate school, and participation in society. Our students will graduate with an appreciation of the connection between individual experiences and the social forces in society.
Goals:
Code | Course | Credits |
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SOC 1010 |
Introduction to SociologyA systematic introduction to the study of social behavior and social organization. The major conceptual tools of sociology are used to explore the structure, processes, and content of social action; to provide insight into the regularity and diversity of human social behavior. This course fulfills a Social Science general education requirement. Every semester |
3 |
SWK 1010 |
Introduction to Human ServicesAn overview of the organization, values, theories and variety of activities of various human service professions, with specific emphasis on Social Work. Designed to acquaint students with the range of human services and to test interest in a helping career. Social work majors must get a C or better to continue on with social work required courses. This course fulfills a Social Science general education requirement. Fall and spring |
3 |
SOC 3910 |
Research MethodsIntroduction to the basic methods of sociological research design, data collection, the organization and analysis of data, and their interpretation through an actual research project. This course fulfills the Digital and Computing Literacy general education requirement. Prerequisite: Junior majors in SOC, CRJ or acceptance in Social Work program, or consent of instructor. Fall and Spring |
4 |
SOC 4020 |
Sociological TheoryCritical analysis of the development of sociological thought from Comte to the present, with particular emphasis on the theoretical contributions which have been instrumental in the emergence of sociology as and academic discipline. Prerequisite: SOC 1010 or consent of instructor. Fall and Spring |
3 |
SOC 4720 |
Capstone Seminar and Careers in SociologyA culminating seminar for Sociology majors to demonstrate an understanding of the field of sociology, the methods of sociological research, and investigate careers and graduate school opportunities in Sociology and related fields. Prerequisite: SOC 3910 and SOC 4020 Spring |
3 |
At least 3 of the 18 credits must be an internship or a Civic Engagement (CE) course.
Choose the 18 credits in consultation with the academic advisor.