|
Sep 07, 2024
|
|
|
|
2023-2024 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Social Science (BS)
|
|
Federal CIP: 45.0101 Social Sciences, General
Learning Outcomes
At the completion of the social science program, students should be able to do the following:
- Interpret major societal and social trends from different theoretical and philosophical perspectives.
- Explain personal interactions and the development of social institutions through a variety of theoretical and practical perspectives.
- Display the critical thinking skills and research skills necessary to interpret and contribute to current social science research.
- Engage in research or practice experience.
|
Social Science BS Requirements
Specified Core Curriculum
Students earning a bachelor’s degree must complete all Core Curriculum requirements. The following specific core curriculum course(s) is required.
Major Courses
Completion of major courses and concentration courses requires a minimum grade of C-.
Human Diversity/Cultural Diversity
Three (3) Hours selected from the following list or by approval of the department coordinator of Social Science and the School Chair of Business and Social Sciences.
Optional Concentrations
These courses apply to the 18 credit hours required for the major (see above). Completion of concentration courses requires a minimum grade of C-.
Law and Public Policy Concentration
Fifteen (15) Hours selected from the following or by approval of the department coordinator of Social Sciences and the school chair of Business and Social Sciences.
General Sociology Concentration
Fifteen (15) Hours selected from the following by approval of the department coordinator of Social Sciences and the school chair of Business and Social Sciences.
Electives
In addition to core curriculum (40-44 credit hours) and major course requirements, students must complete elective coursework appropriate to their degree. At least 27 credit hours must be upper level (3000-4999). A minimum of 120 credit hours is required for most bachelor’s degrees, including elective coursework. Students are strongly encouraged to work with their advisor to identify courses that complement their program area.
Summary
|
|
Core Curriculum Requirements |
40-44 hrs. |
|
|
Major Requirements |
39 hrs. |
|
|
Electives |
37-41 hrs. |
|
|
|
Total: 120 hrs.
|
|
|
|