Behavioral Science, B.A.
Sociology Concentration

Department of Psychology, Social Work, and Criminal Justice

Psychology, Social Work, and Criminal Justice Faculty

Degree study in Behavioral Science leads to the Bachelor of Arts degree. The major program consists of a Behavioral Science core followed by study in a Sociology concentration. The Sociology concentration allows the student to complete a traditional 45 hour major.

All candidates for the bachelor's degree must complete the General Education Core of Courses, which totals 44 credits.

Behavioral Science Core Requirements 15 Credits
Course No. Course Credits
Ant 100 Introduction to Anthropology* 3
Psy 100 General Psychology* 3
Psy/Soc 200 Social Psychology 3
Psy/Soc 311 Research Methods I 3
Soc 100 Introduction to Sociology* 3
Sociology Concentration Requirements 33 Credits
Course No. Course Credits
Eco 100 Contemporary Economics OR 3
Eco 207 Macro and Micro Economics* 3
Soc 303 Race, Class, and Power 3
Soc 304 Community, Social Change, and Development 3
Soc 308 Urban Sociology 3
Soc 355 Group Process 3
Soc 375 Sex and Gender 3
Soc 400 Social Theory 3

Psychology Electives 6
Sociology Electives 6
Electives 33 Credits
Total Credits Required for Degree 122 Credits
Minimum cumulative GPA for graduation: 2.00
Cumulative GPA for Major Requirements: 2.25
* These classes may satisfy General Education Core requirements