Bachelor of Arts [B.A] [Sociology] From University of Richmond

Sociologists study social life in order to understand the causes and consequences of human action. If anthropology is the study of people, then sociology is the study of how they spend their lives. Sociologists investigate everyday life issues like how families affect people as they grow up and make choices for themselves, how people are accepted (or not accepted) into a group, environments in which people feel comfortable and productive, how people are treated by other members of society, and how issues of diversity affect the way people think and behave.

Careers

Believe it or not, degrees in the liberal arts can actually make it easier to land a job. Each major and minor within the School of Arts & Sciences carries with it a unique list of skill sets that more and more employers are saying they want. Across industries, employers look for a combination of skills, interests and values that match their own.  

Prepared for Anything

Forget about scrolling through a list of careers sociology and anthropology majors pursue. There are no rules. If you study what you’re passionate about, you are much more likely to discover and develop your own personal skills, interests and values that ultimately, will help you find a rewarding profession.

Skills You Will Gain as a Sociology or Anthropology Major

• Understanding group dynamics
• Presenting/defending a position
• Utilizing statistical applications
• Identifying value systems
• Applying non-intrusive methods
• Planning long-term projects
• Reaching new conclusions through comparative studies