Faculty: Economics and Administrative Sciences Sociology focuses on the study of society, social behaviors, and human interactions. Students develop skills in social research, theoretical analysis, and critical thinking. Graduates are prepared for careers in social research, policy analysis, community development, education, and social services. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of sociological theory and research methods. - Develop skills in conducting social research and analyzing data. - Learn techniques for examining social behaviors, institutions, and cultural phenomena. - Explore principles of social inequality, diversity, and globalization. - Analyze and interpret sociological data and research findings. - Develop critical thinking, analytical, and communication skills for effective sociological practice. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Sociology** - Overview of key concepts, principles, and practices in sociology. - Fundamentals of sociological theory and research methods. 2. **Social Research Methods** - Principles of social research methods, including quantitative and qualitative approaches. - Techniques for designing and conducting social research studies. 3. **Sociological Theory** - Principles of sociological theory, including classical and contemporary theories. - Techniques for applying theoretical frameworks to analyze social phenomena. 4. **Social Institutions** - Principles of social institutions, including family, education, religion, and politics. - Techniques for examining the role and impact of social institutions. 5. **Social Inequality** - Principles of social inequality, including class, race, gender, and poverty. - Techniques for analyzing and addressing issues of social inequality. 6. **Cultural Sociology** - Principles of cultural sociology, including culture, subcultures, and cultural change. - Techniques for studying cultural phenomena and their social implications. 7. **Globalization and Social Change** - Principles of globalization and social change, including international relations and social movements. - Techniques for understanding and analyzing global social processes. 8. **Internship/Practicum** - Real-world experiences in sociological settings, including internships and hands-on projects in research institutions, community organizations, or social service agencies. - Application of learned skills in practical sociological scenarios. 9. **Capstone Project in Sociology** - Comprehensive project applying skills in social research, theoretical analysis, or cultural study. - Delivery of a polished sociological research paper, project, or presentation. **Assessment Methods:** - Research methodology papers, theoretical analyses, social institution studies, inequality reports, cultural sociology projects, globalization analyses, internship/practicum reports, capstone projects, group projects, and presentations. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Sociology" by Anthony Giddens and Philip W. Sutton. - "Social Research Methods" by Alan Bryman. - "Sociological Theory" by George Ritzer and Douglas J. Goodman. - "Social Institutions" by various authors. - "Social Inequality" by various authors. - "Cultural Sociology" by various authors. - "Globalization and Social Change" by various authors. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of social sciences and an interest in understanding society and social behaviors. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree, including coursework, internships, and capstone projects. **Certification:** Graduates may pursue further education or professional certifications in specialized areas such as social research, policy analysis, or community development. **Target Audience:** Aspiring sociologists, social researchers, policy analysts, community developers, educators, and social service providers seeking careers in research institutions, government agencies, community organizations, educational settings, and social service agencies. This major equips students with the analytical, research, and critical thinking skills needed to excel in sociology, supporting careers in various social science and service-related roles.