Bachelor of Science (BS) Degree in Sociology Undergraduate Programme By Jacksonville University |TopUniversities
Starting Month

Jan-2000Starting Month

Programme overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Sociology is the systematic study and explanation of the full range of social relations, encompassing a consideration of intimate, as well as impersonal, institutional, and societal relations. The critical-analytical skills and knowledge acquired in sociology courses can inform empower and enrich everyone’s participation in their everyday lives. Sociology majors, whether pursuing a BA or BS degree, receive preparation for graduate studies and professional schools, as well as for a broad range of careers in education, social research in the public or private sector, social services, family counseling, gerontology and criminal justice. Along with regular courses, and those offered on special topics of current interest, a variety of internships are available in social services, counseling and criminal justice.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Sociology

Degree

Other

Study Level

Undergraduate

Sociology is the systematic study and explanation of the full range of social relations, encompassing a consideration of intimate, as well as impersonal, institutional, and societal relations. The critical-analytical skills and knowledge acquired in sociology courses can inform empower and enrich everyone’s participation in their everyday lives. Sociology majors, whether pursuing a BA or BS degree, receive preparation for graduate studies and professional schools, as well as for a broad range of careers in education, social research in the public or private sector, social services, family counseling, gerontology and criminal justice. Along with regular courses, and those offered on special topics of current interest, a variety of internships are available in social services, counseling and criminal justice.

Admission Requirements

6.5+
105+
79+
56+
Students must have high school transcripts showing a minimum of two years at an English speaking institution and demonstrating significant language achievement through rigorous coursework; transcripts showing the completion of an ESL (English as a Second Language) program at a regionally accredited college or university and the completion of a course in English Composition equivalent to ENGL 101 with a grade of C or higher; transcripts showing 24 or more college-level credits with a C average or higher from a regionally accredited college or university. Other English Language Requirements Students whose first language is not English may demonstrate proficiency by submitting original copies of score reports, certificates or transcripts of one of the following: The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with a minimum score of either 540 on the paper-based exam; PTE Academic with a minimum score of 52; a critical reading score on the SAT of 480 or higher; a EBRW score on the new SAT of 500 or higher; Reading and writing scores of 20 or higher on the ACT.

Jan-2000

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