Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Sociology] From University of North Texas

A Sociology degree can prepare you for numerous careers in human services and corporations or for an entry-level research job as an interviewer or statistician. You can work as a social worker, career or family counselor, parole or probation officer, or in a community service area. Related careers are available in:

• Advertising agencies and manufacturing corporations

• Consulting firms

• Government agencies, corporations and nonprofit organizations

• Hospitals

• Religious and youth organizations

• Universities

Some Sociology majors enter law school or pursue other graduate or professional training.
We’ll provide you a well-rounded and comprehensive understanding of social theory and research methods. This is accomplished through a combination of core and elective courses taught by recognized scholars in their field.
The faculty members have authored publications and research reports, presented research at national conferences and received research grants from the National Science Foundation, the Department of Health and Human Services, and the Commonwealth Fund. They’ve also conducted research in Ghana, Guatemala, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Mexico, Malawi, Sweden and Togo. Their research interests include:

• Applied gerontology

• Demography

• Economic sociology

• Environmental sociology

• Medical sociology

• Sociology of development

• Sociology of disasters

• Sociology of the family

• Sustainable societies