Sociology - Associate of Arts Degree
Overview
Sociology is the analysis of human social relationships, cultures and institutions that profoundly shape both our lives and human history.
This degree is a pathway to a Bachelor of Arts and careers in government service, research and writing, the helping professions and education.
The associate degree is a formally established credential recognized province-wide. Graduation from this program requires the completion of sixty (60) credits of university-level study in selected areas with an overall GPA of 2.0. For details, see the BC Transfer Guide.
Program Outcomes
Upon successful completion of an Associate of Arts program, learners will be able to:
- Explain terms, concepts and theories of the discipline(s)
- Read, write and communicate effectively and creatively across academic disciplines
- Ask informed questions to deepen the level of enquiry
- Use quantitative and qualitative evidence to support claims
- Research and analyze evidence from scholarly and professional publications
- Synthesize and summarize literature and data
- Demonstrate developing critical, creative thinking and problem-solving skills
- Use current and emerging technology
- Demonstrate collaborative skills in a multicultural environment
- Conduct themselves in a professional and ethical manner in an academic environment
Admission Requirements
In addition to meeting the general admission requirements to Selkirk College, as outlined in Policy 8611: Admissions, applicants to Associate of Arts must meet the following requirements to be considered fully qualified:
a) 60% in English Studies 12, English First Peoples 12 or ENGL 601.
1Students whose first language is not English must fulfill the College’s English language proficiency requirement. See Policy 8611: Admissions Appendix A.
An Associate of Arts in Sociology requires:
a) 60% in Math 11 or MATH 50, MATH 54 or MATH 56.
Selkirk College awards an Associate of Arts – Sociology to a student who completes sixty (60) credits of courses in University Arts and Sciences and other areas, achieves a minimum GPA of 2.00, and whose course selection meets the following criteria1:
a) Two three-credit courses in 100-level English.
b) Six three-credit courses in 100-level or higher arts other than English. Two courses must be in social sciences and two courses must be in humanities.
i. Including: SOC 120, SOC 121
c) Three three-credit courses in science. One course must be in math, statistics, or computer science, and one course must be a lab science2.
i. Including: STATS 105
d) Six three-credit courses in 200-level or higher arts in two or more subject areas.
i. Including: SOC 200, SOC 205, SOC 215, SOC 225
e) Three three-credit courses in arts, sciences or other areas3
1Students are advised to ensure that their course selections will meet the degree requirements of the university where they intend to transfer.
2Commonly selected lab sciences include BIOL 101, GEOG 130, GEOG 232, GEOL 132 and GEOL 142.
3Courses must transfer for three or more credits to at least one of SFU, UBC (Vancouver or Okanagan), UNBC or UVIC. See the BC Transfer Guide at www.bc.transferguide.ca
Students are advised to check the prerequisites for the courses they select.
All prerequisite courses in University Arts and Sciences disciplines require a minimum grade of 60% unless otherwise noted.
Courses
ENGL110 - College Composition
ENGL 110 introduces students to the world of scholarly writing -- reading it, thinking about it, and producing it as academic researchers. Students will explore how professional and/or academic writers across disciplines communicate to a variety of audiences. Students will practice active reading, writing and critical thinking skills by conducting scholarly research on a topic. This course aims to equip students with the skills and knowledge they need to write effectively within academic contexts.
SOC120 - Introduction to Sociology l
SOC 120 Introduction to Sociology I introduces students to the discipline. The sociological perspective is examined, along with the associated concepts and methods. Attention is directed to major areas such as culture, socialization, stratification and deviance. Students have an opportunity to research topics of interest.
STAT105 - Introduction To Statistics
STAT 105 Introduction to Statistics is intended for social, environmental science, and business students, or others who would benefit from a one-term statistics course. Topics include estimation of means and hypothesis testing. Applications are explored.
Suggested electives:
one 100-level or higher arts (humanities) elective (not English)
one lab science elective
See the UAS Courses by discipline page for course selections.
ENGL111 - Introduction to Literature
ENGL 111 Introduction to Literature is about living more intensely. Rather than providing answers, literature prompts us to ask better questions of ourselves and each other. Drama, poetry, short stories, and novels will guide us in discussion, reflection, and writing about literature.
SOC121 - Introduction to Sociology ll
SOC 121 Introduction to Sociology II examines the social life as it occurs in families, formal organizations, religion, political movements and other social systems. Student research projects are part of the course.
Suggested electives:
one 100-level or higher arts (humanities) elective (not English)
two 100-level or higher arts elective (not English)
See the UAS Courses by discipline page for course selections.
SOC200 - Deviance and Social Control
SOC 200 Deviance and Social Control analyzes the processes by which some behaviour comes to be identified as deviant and the social means of control of such behaviour through the criminal justice system are examined analytically.
SOC205 - Introduction to Social Research
SOC 205 Introduction to Social Research introduces students to research methods in the social sciences. Students will be introduced to the major procedures for carrying out systematic investigation of the social world. It will encourage students to critically evaluate the methods, strategies and data that are used by social scientists and provide training in analysis of a range of qualitative and quantitative data.
Suggested electives:
one 200-level or higher arts elective (not sociology)
one elective in arts, science or other areas
one science elective
See the UAS Courses by discipline page for course selections.
SOC215 - Canadian Social Structure
SOC 215 Canadian Social Structure is a macro level analysis of factors such as (but not limited to) ethnicity, region, gender and class as a basis for understanding contemporary Canadian society.
SOC225 - Introduction to Sociological Theory
SOC 225 Introduction to Sociological Theory is designed to introduce students to the major nineteenth and twentieth century thinkers who shaped the development of sociological theory. In exploring sociology's theoretical heritage, the course seeks also to foster an appreciation of what theory is and how necessary and useful it is for studying and understanding the social world.
Suggested electives:
one 200-level or higher arts elective
two electives in arts, sciences or other areas
See the UAS Courses by discipline page for course selections.
Tuition & Fees
All amounts are estimates and are subject to change. Tuition amounts are based on a full-time course load. Please note that many programs have additional costs beyond those listed here. For more information, please visit Tuition & Fees.
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