Sociology

What is sociology?

At Park University, our Bachelor of Arts in Sociology degree program is designed to prepare students for a variety of careers in business, government, human and social services, and social research and data analysis. The Mission of the Sociology Program is to provide academic excellence fostering students’ critical examination of society. The program combines scientific and humanistic perspectives to understand the causes and consequences of the social order and social behaviors. Applying sociological theories and research methods, students will recognize the significance of power structures, cultural systems, and inequalities creating diverse positions in society. By analyzing and interpreting valid and reliable data and explanations, students will gain the capacity to think rigorously, empirically, critically, and creatively about the interconnections between self and society.

Locations & Learning Options

As a student in our Bachelor of Arts in Sociology degree program, you’ll able to take face-to-face classes at our Parkville, Missouri campus or at one of over 25 campus centers nationwide. You may also take classes online. Students who choose to pursue a minor in sociology may take classes face-to-face in Parkville or online.

The Bachelor of Arts in Sociology degree requires a minimum of 122 completed credit hours, including 42 hours of degree-specific core curriculum and approved electives. The minor in sociology requires 18 hours of degree-specific curriculum courses. Refer to your catalog for a complete listing of coursework for this degree.

Locations

• Online
• Parkville
• Campus Centers