Applied Sociology Emphasis
The bachelor of arts degree in sociology with an emphasis in applied sociology includes a concentration in a specific area of sociology consisting of approximately three courses to be chosen in consultation with the student’s advisor.
Examples of concentrations that might be developed are:
- Childhood and youth
- Social psychology
- Social policy
- Deviance, delinquency and crime
- Institutions
Other concentrations are also possible depending on class availability and the student’s interests.
The emphasis includes the core courses in sociology - two theory and two research - as well as concentration courses and culminates in a research internship.
Graduates with this emphasis are prepared for employment in a variety of non-profit settings or for graduate work in sociology.
The UNC Catalog has a full description of the requirements for this degree.
This sample four-year program will help you plan your class schedules.