BA in Sociology
Contact:
Dr. Jane MacNeil
Chairperson
Program Information:
E-mail: inquire@rdc.ab.ca
Phone: 403.342.3400 OR 1.888.732.4630
Department Information:
For more information about the Sociology program, visit the Sociology Department in Humanities & Social Sciences, under About RDC.
Two-Year University Transfer Program
RDC offers the first two years of these degree programs:
- Bachelor of Arts
- Bachelor of Arts (Honours)
Four-Year Degree Completion
Years three and four of a University of Calgary Bachelor of Arts Sociology major degree can also be completed on the campus of RDC. See also the section entitled "University of Calgary Bachelor of Arts Completion at RDC".
For the most current university program and transfer information, please see the Academic Advising homepage. Click on Planning Guides.
Related Careers
- Advertising
- Government and Civil Service
- Research
- Administration
- Law Enforcement and Corrections
- Industrial Relations
- Public Relations
- Management
- Radio and Television
- Recreation
- Journalism
- Urban Planning
- Publishing & Printing
- Armed Forces
- Writing
- Consulting
- Social Services
Graduates may also go on to professional studies (for example in fields such as law, business, education, etc.) or may continue to graduate studies (for a Master's or Doctoral program) in Sociology.
B.A. graduates generally have superior skills in conceptual analysis, evaluation and critical reasoning, leadership motivation, and interpersonal and communication skills.
The Program
Sociology is the study of the organization and process of human society. Courses are offered in social theory, social research methods, and areas of special interest which include the following: criminology, medical sociology, First Nations sociology, ethnic relations, social stratification, gender, family, aging, and mass media and popular culture.
Admission Requirements
University of Alberta
Credits below = U of A credits. RDC credits may differ from U of A credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer credit information.
Refer to the University of Alberta Program Requirements on the Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information.
Suggested Pattern Year 1
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- Basic Requirement (18 credits)
Suggested Pattern Year 2
- SOCI 332 (3 credits)
- SOCI 312 (3 credits)
- SOCI 310 (3 credits)
- Sr SOCI (3 credits)
- Basic Requirement (6 credits)
- Open Option (12 credits)
Note: Sociology 261 is not required as a prerequisite for senior level Sociology courses; it is strongly recommended.
Criminology Concentration
Students seeking admission to Criminology should include ENGL 219/ENGL 220, SOCI 260, PSYC 260/PSYC 261 and a Language other than English in the first year of their program.
University of Calgary
Credits below = U of C credits. RDC credits may differ from U of C credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer credit information.
Refer to the University of Calgary Program requirements on the Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information.
Suggested Year 1 Pattern
Suggested Year 2 Pattern
University of Lethbridge
Credits below = U of L credits. RDC credits may differ from U of L credits. Check the Alberta Transfer Guide for transfer credit information.
Refer to the University of Lethbridge Program requirements on the Bachelor of Arts page for detailed information.
Suggested Year 1 Pattern
Suggested Year 2 Pattern