The Sociology Option in Liberal Arts prepares students to pursue a degree in sociology or a related field. Careers open to sociology graduates include the fields of education, social services, urban affairs, urban planning, criminology and the law. Some of these careers require a master’s degree.
This program can be earned part-time and can lead to a baccalaureate degree at four-year institutions.
For information, contact department chair, Beth Sanders-Rabinowitz, at (609)343-4982 or bsanders@atlanticcape.edu.
- Describe and apply sociological perspectives and theories in explaining social behaviors, issues and institutions;
- Describe processes and methods of sociological research, including its strengths and limitations;
- Recognize, identify, and describe societal and group influences on individual attitudes, beliefs and behaviors;
- Describe the significance of one’s membership within various sociological categories based on culture, race, gender, class, sexuality, age and disability.
(SOCL-Fall 2023)
General Education Courses
When a course is not specified, refer to the list of approved General Education courses.
Communication
Mathematics-Science-Technology
Social Science
Humanities
History
Diversity
Program Courses
Free Electives
* It is recommended that students transferring to a four-year institution take SPAN112, FREN112, or ITAL112 to complete a 2-course sequence in the same language.
Technological Competency: 0-4 Credits
(Is fulfilled with CISM125, CISM132, testing or reviewed departmental portfolio.)
* SPAN112, FREN112, or ITAL112 recommended.