Minor
School of Arts, Sciences & Business
Criminology Department
The Sociology minor examines the inner workings of different social institutions, the order of social interaction in groups, and the politics of social reality. Our curriculum provides both a micro- and macro- perspective on society, exploring social problems such as crime, education, poverty, immigration, institutional discrimination and prejudice.
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Program Location
Curriculum

Required Courses

SOC 101 - Introduction to Sociology (3)
SOC 209 - Race, Class and Gender (3)
PSY 210 - Research Methods I (4)
SOC 350 - Social Theory (3)

Choose Two Electives

CRM 101 - Introduction to Criminology (3)
SOC 202 - Sociology of the Family (3)
SOC 215 - Gender Roles or SOC 271 - Honors: Sociology of Gender Roles (3)
SOC 220 - Self and Society (3)
SOC 222 - Social Problems or SOC 371 - Honors: Social Problems (3)
SOC 231 - Medicine and Society (3)
SOC 250 - Sociology of Sport (3)
SOC 315 - Sociology of Law (3)
SOC 340 - Sociology of Deviance (3)
SOC 360 - Sociology of Work (3)
SOC 390 - Sociology of Education (3)
PSY 340 - Quantitative Methods (4)

Choose One Senior Experience

SOC 411 - Advanced Topics in Sociology (3)
CRM 461 - Criminology Practicum (4)
SOC 463 - Sociology Independent Study (3)

http://catalog.ndm.edu/undergraduate-catalog/school-of-arts-and-sciences/sociology

What to Expect Studying at Notre Dame of Maryland University

Small classes, lectures and seminars provide a climate for individualized learning while diverse course topics offer an opportunity to customize the minor to your interests and goals.

Sociology Careers

  • Human Services
  • Social Work
  • Teaching
  • Non-Profit Organizations
  • Advocacy
  • Journalism