Sociology Minor
Program Description
A sociology minor at Rockhurst centers around the understanding of how society and culture act as social contexts shaping human identity, understanding, and relationships. A sociology minor is a useful complement to a variety of different degrees offered at Rockhurst, and a minor in sociology can improve preparedness for the professional world as well as enhance hiring desirability for graduates.
What is sociology?
Sociology focuses on the study of human behavior. Pursuing a sociology minor at Rockhurst develops one’s capacity to think critically about and analyze the causes and consequences of social inequality and other major social justice issues.
Learning Outcomes
- Students who add a sociology minor to their degree will receive courses including Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences, Race and Ethnicity, Social Class in America
- A sociology minor from Rockhurst adds a well-rounded perspective to any degree a student may pursue
Course Map
Experiences
Pursuing a sociology minor at Rockhurst develops one’s capacity to think critically about and analyze the causes and consequences of social inequality and other major social justice issues.
Outcomes
- A sociology minor is particularly useful to those seeking advanced study in the social sciences, social work, public health, criminal justice, or law
- Graduates with a sociology minor can also seek lucrative careers in areas such as government administration, public relations, and advertising
