Sociology
Sociology
The Associate of Arts Degree in Sociology serves as a springboard to propel graduates into a variety of academic fields and rewarding careers. Sociologists work not only in the various fields of social work—child protection, disability services and working with the disadvantaged for example—but also in human resource positions, law firms, government and private agencies, police departments, probation and parole services and marketing to name a few.
The AA in Sociology is also one of the more popular choices of majors for students on pre-med and pre-law tracks. Trained sociologists are versatile enough to succeed in business, public service, politics or higher education, and their ability to “play well with others” makes them highly-sought-after team members in middle-management positions.
Faculty
Bobbi Miller
Academic Center, Rm. 117
Phone: (409) 882-3360
Fax: (409) 882-5027
Sociology (AA) Associate of Arts
This degree is recommended for students who plan to pursue Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology. This is a recommended curriculum only. Some courses may be taken in different order and students do not have to complete the degree in four semesters. All interested students should see the Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences Division Director or program advisor for a degree plan.
Course Subject | Course Title | Credit Hours |
---|---|---|
First Semester | ||
ENGL 1301 | Composition I | 3 |
SOCI 1301 | Introductory Sociology | 3 |
SOCI 1306 | Social Problems | 3 |
PHED 1164 | Introduction to Physical Fitness and Sport | 1 |
COMMUNICATION | Communication * | 3 |
Total Hours | 13 | |
Second Semester | ||
ENGL 1302 | Composition II | 3 |
GOVT 2305 | Federal Government | 3 |
SOCI 2301 | Marriage and Family | 3 |
HISTORY | American History * | 3 |
SCIENCE | Life and Physical Sciences * | 4 |
Total Hours | 16 | |
Third Semester | ||
GOVT 2306 | Texas Government | 3 |
HISTORY | American History * | 3 |
SOCI 2306 | Human Sexuality | 3 |
SOCI 2326 | Social Psychology | 3 |
SCIENCE | Life and Physical Sciences * | 4 |
Total Hours | 16 | |
Fourth Semester | ||
CRIJ 1307 | Crime in America | 3 |
Elective | Mathematics * | 3 |
Elective | Language, Philosophy, and Culture * | 3 |
Elective | Creative Arts * | 3 |
Elective | Component Area Option * | 3 |
Total Hours | 15 | |
Grand Total | 60 |
*It is recommended for students to check with the institution they are planning to transfer to for advice on which courses work best for their major.