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Program description

Sociology is the study of society, including the interaction between individuals, groups, and institutions. Sociological study helps develop original ways of looking at the world and the individual’s place within it.

The application of sociological thinking can lead to a better understanding of social problems and issues and suggestions about how these issues may be overcome in real-world terms.

By studying sociology, you will gain insight into how people interact with one another and how values and beliefs both shape and are shaped by the structures and processes around us. The primary goal of the discipline is to stimulate sociological thinking applying imagination and critical analysis to the many facets of social life.

As a sociology student, you will be exposed to a wide variety of alternative theories of social behaviour, structure, and change through a wide range of courses on topics such as: crime, religion, work, gender, age, ethnicity, politics, culture and health.

Experience learning | Our students have a number of experiential learning opportunities available to them including co-operative education, international exchanges, independent and applied studies as well as volunteer opportunities. uLethbridge is the only university in Alberta to offer co-operative education to all majors in the arts & sciences, at both the undergrad and grad level. Transfer students can actually head out on their first work term before ever stepping foot on campus! For example, many transfer students have completed a summer work term before starting classes in September.

Skills acquired | By studying sociology, you’ll not only broaden your understanding of the world around you, you’ll also develop strong critical, analytical and ‘big picture’ thinking skills, advanced information acquisition and management skills, and your ability to apply your knowledge across various disciplines. Additionally, you will develop written and oral communication skills, as well as increasing your attention to detail. All of these abilities are transferable to virtually any industry or occupation and are highly sought after in the working world.

Possible careers

Related Fields. There are numerous career options open to sociology graduates, like:

Social Work

Criminal Justice

Rehabilitation Counselling

Services for Youth

Women's Rights Lobbying

Family Services

Employment Counselling

Human Resources

Admissions Counselling

Policy Analysis

Market Research

Population Demographics

Civil Service

Community Relations Specialists

Urban Planners

Child Care Workers

Corporate Trainers

Public Affairs Officers

Statisticians

Instructors

Professional disciplines & graduate studies | Your undergraduate degree in sociology also provides an excellent foundation for law, journalism, management and education. The University of Lethbridge's School of Graduate Studies offers programs at the master's and doctoral levels spanning over 60 disciplines — so why not consider pursuing grad school right here in Lethbridge! Whether you choose to do your advanced studies at uLethbridge or another institution, know that your undergraduate degree has set you on the path to post-graduate success.