Sociology is the scientific systematic study of human social relationships and institutions. Sociology's purpose is to unify diverse subjects such as race, social class, culture and social stability within our society. This study allows the understanding of human action and behaviors.
Minors in sociology are required to complete a total of eighteen (18) credit hours
[12 hours must be satisfied at the upper-division level]. Anthropology coursework,
3000 level or above, may satisfy six (6) credit hours of the minor curriculum. The
following course may not be used to satisfy the minor: SYA 4942 Internship.
NOTE: Students who use SYG 2000 Introduction to Sociology and/or ANT 2000 Introduction to
Anthropology to satisfy their general education requirements cannot use these courses
as part of satisfying their requirements for their minor in Sociology or Anthropology.