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Birmingham-Southern College Catalog 2017-2018
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ACADEMIC PROGRAMS
Upon completion of the sociology major, students will be able to
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apply diverse theoretical approaches to understanding the relationship between
human behavior and society
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demonstrate critical thinking and understanding of our increasingly diverse and
global society through the use of the sociological imagination
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demonstrate effective social science research methods in conducting quantitative
and qualitative research
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employ effective oral and written communication skills
Major Requirements
The following courses are required (11 units):
SO 101
SO 204
SO 215, SO 235, or SO 339
SO 304
SO 450
SO 470
five elective units in SO
SO 204 and SO 304 should be taken during the sophomore or junior year.
Minor Requirements
The following courses are required (5 units):
SO 101
SO 215, SO 235, or SO 339
SO 450
two elective units in SO
Spanish
for the Workplace
Bachelor of Arts
Barbara Domcekova, Kim Lewis, Janie Spencer
In light of the significant changes taking place in our present day world and the need for
greater international understanding and cooperation, one cannot overestimate the
importance of foreign language study. The courses in foreign languages at Birmingham-
Southern College are designed to help students attain written and oral proficiency.
Furthermore, in studying a foreign language, students develop an appreciation of
another culture and in doing so gain new insights into their own culture as well.
Students are encouraged to complement their coursework in a foreign language with
various on- and off-campus experiences: viewing foreign language films, performing
internships or volunteer activities using the target language, taking part in a service-