The Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Sociology prepares students for graduate school and for a broad career path focused on social theory, research method, statistics and human diversity. A major in Sociology will give you insight into society, group life, values and social change.
Whether it is culture, family, education or religion that interests you, a major in Sociology will give you the opportunity and ability to critically engage with your interests and develop intellectually and academically.
Sociology majors may choose from two concentrations for a Bachelor of Arts or Science degree in sociology.
The integrated 5-year Master of Science in Social Work is a 5-year fast-track program offered in partnership with Samford University in which students complete three years at the Çïϼ¸£ÀûÒ»Çø followed by two years at Samford University in Birmingham, Alabama. Students may attend Samford courses entirely online, on the Samford campus face-to-face, or through a combination of the two options.
Graduates in the integrated 5-year Master of Science in Social Work earn two degrees:
• Bachelor of Science in Sociology from the Çïϼ¸£ÀûÒ»Çø
• Master of Social Work from Samford University


Integrated 5-year Master of Science in Social Work earn two degrees:

Click through the tabs below to navigate through each program.
| Core Courses |
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| Effective English |
| The Literary Tradition |
| Intro to the Bible OR Christian Worldview |
| History of Christian Thought OR Mission & Message of Jesus |
| Basic Public Speaking OR Intro to Philosophy |
| History Course |
| Laboratory Science |
| Mathematics |
| General Education Electives |
| Major Courses |
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| PSY 325 Introduction to Counseling
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| SA 202 Introduction to Sociology |
| SA 301 Marriage and the Family |
| SA 322 Social Psychology |
| SA 340 Social Research Methods |
| SA 412 Social Theory |
| SA 426 Senior Internship |
| Sociology Electives |
| Additional |
| MA 211 Elementary Statistics |
| PY 412 Moral Philosophy/Ethics |
| Minor is required
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| Tracks |
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| Criminal Justice |
| Social Welfare |
| 5-Year Programs |
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| Integrated 5-year Master of Science in Social Work |

