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Nov 21, 2024
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UofM 2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Sociology Honors, (B.A.)
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Program objectives for a B.A. in Sociology are: (a) an understanding of and competence in the major theories, statistical techniques, and methodological approaches of sociology; (b) development of theoretical, substantive, and methodological knowledge to conduct research projects or participate in applied research projects; (c) participation in an internship or discipline related experiences; (d) preparation for employment in a sociology-related field or advanced study in sociology or other graduate field.
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The Major (30 hours)
Completion of 30 semester hours in sociology,
Electives
Electives must be chosen to bring the total number of hours to 120.
Honors Program
The Honors Program in Sociology requires 18 hours of honors work, at least 12 hours of which must be upper-division sociology courses. To complete the Honors Program, a student must have a minimum overall final grade point average of 3.00 in Sociology, and a 3.25 grade point average in honors course work.
Those students who complete the program and the regular college requirements will be recognized at the commencement ceremony by having their degree conferred “With Honors in Sociology.” Moreover, the student’s diploma and the record at the University of Memphis will reflect this distinction. Please see the department’s Faculty Honors Advisor for more details on the program.
Typical 4-Year Sociology Sequence
Total Hours Required for Graduation: 120
*Must satisfy University General Education Program Requirement
**Courses offered only online or both online and on-ground
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