Sociology – Master of Arts: Interdisciplinary Social Sciences Concentration

Program Competencies

1. Students will demonstrate an understanding of social science theories and related debates.
2. Students will develop competencies in applying social science knowledge.
3. Students will demonstrate interdisciplinary skills including evaluation of perspectives, critical thinking, and conducting original research.

Program Requirements

Core Requirements

SOC 604	Proseminar	3
SOC 615	Quantitative Research for the Social Sciences	3
SOC 617	Globalization	3
SOC 650	Social Thought and Theory	3
SOC 655	Qualitative Research Methods	3
Total Credit Hours:		15

Choose one of the following plans:

PLAN A (Thesis)

Electives

Students will complete nine credit hours of approved electives in sociology or the interdisciplinary social sciences.

Approved 600-level electives		9
Total Credit Hours:		9

Completion of an approved thesis (six hours).

SOC 699	Thesis	6
Total Credit Hours:		6

PLAN B (Non-thesis)

Electives

Students will complete 15 credit hours of approved electives in sociology or the interdisciplinary social sciences.

Electives	(Choose electives in sociology or the interdisciplinary social sciences)	15
Total Credit Hours:		15

Complete a comprehensive exit examination.

Total Credit Hours: 30