Sociology: Social Research
| College: | Arts and Sciences |
|---|---|
| Degree: | Bachelor of Arts |
| Major: | Sociology |
| Concentration: | Social Research |
| Effective Term: | Fall 2023 |
The Osprey Map provides a term-by-term sample schedule for each undergraduate academic program at the University of North Florida. It is designed to guide students in the selection of courses each term. The "Mile Marker" courses are those courses that should be completed before or by the end of that term. Following the sample schedule, and completing the mile marker courses at the appropriate point of your undergraduate career, will facilitate graduation in four years. The term-by-term model assumes full-time enrollment. For students enrolled part-time, the sample schedule and mile markers should be followed based on the number of credits completed. The Osprey Map should be used in consultation with an academic advisor.
Sociology is the scientific study of human social behavior. The Sociology major provides students with a comprehensive liberal arts education and prepares them for careers in human services, education, business, non-profits, or for graduate study in the social sciences and related fields. Within the major, the concentration in Social Research emphasizes a broad array of research methodologies and data analysis techniques used by social scientists. These skills are increasingly important in both private and public sector employment. Successfully completing the Social Research track will be acknowledged on the student’s transcript. Visit the Department of Sociology, Anthropology and Social Work webpage for additional information.
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Students should refer to their personalized Degree Evaluation provided by an advisor and to other university resources for additional university and college-specific policies. Visit the undergraduate university catalog for more information.
Summer terms may be utilized to facilitate graduation in four years.
- Visit the university catalog for a list of General Education requirements. An Associate in Arts (AA) degree from a Florida public university, state college or community college satisfies UNF general education and Gordon Rule requirements. Math selection is contingent upon appropriate placement score, the student's major and credit received through accelerated mechanisms (Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate, Dual Enrollment, etc). An Elementary Statistics course is a prerequisite to Sociology Major Requirements.
- All BA students in the College of Arts and Sciences are required to complete the foreign language or foreign culture requirement with grades of C or higher. Students opting to complete the 8 semester hours of foreign language must select one sequence of Spanish, French, Chinese, German or American Sign Language. Part 1 of languages are typically offered in the fall and part 2 in the spring. Foreign Culture (FC) Option: students who successfully completed 2 years of foreign language in high school have the option to take foreign culture courses instead of college level foreign language. Foreign cultures contain (FC) in the course title. A complete list of foreign culture courses can be found in the Arts & Sciences Advising Office.
- A minor is required for this degree. The minor must be selected from the list of approved minors, including those outside the college of the major. See a list of minors in the undergraduate catalog. Minors are generally completed during the last 60 hrs of your program. Your minor may require prerequisites, so choosing a minor early is beneficial. See your academic advisor to declare a minor. Double majors are exempt from a minor.
- Civic Literacy Requirement: Prior to graduation from a Florida state university, students must demonstrate competency in civic literacy through successful completion of a civic literacy course (AMH 2020 or POS 2041) and by achieving a passing score on an assessment. Consult an academic advisor, the university catalog and visit the Civic Literacy webpage for additional information.
- A minimum of 120 hours (48 hours at the upper 3000/4000 level) is required for the bachelor's degree. Students may need to complete Free Elective credit at the upper level (3000/4000) to satisfy the minimum 48 semester hours of upper level hours for graduation. For additional information visit the College of Arts and Sciences Advising Office webpage.
Term 1: Attempted Hours 0-15
| Schedule | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| ENC1101 (GW) Audience and Purpose | 3 |
| SYG2000 Introduction to Sociology (Program Prerequisite) | 3 |
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 |
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 |
| Select a Free Elective (If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) | 3 |
| Total Hours: |
15 |
Term 2: Attempted Hours 16-30
| Schedule | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| ENC1143 (GW) Evidence and Style OR IDS1932 First Year IDS Writing Seminar | 3 | |
| SYG2013 (CD) Sex Race and Class (Recommended Program Prerequisite) | 3 | |
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 | |
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 | |
| Select a Free Elective (If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) | 3 | |
| NOTE: Consider taking a 3000 level Sociology Elective with an SYA/SYO/SYD or SYP prefix in Freshman year. See list of Electives in catalog or Degree Evaluation. | ||
| Total Hours: |
15 | |
Term 3: Attempted Hours 31-45
| Schedule | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| Select a third Gen Ed Written Communication Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 | |
| STA2014 (GM)Elem Statistics-Health/SS (Prerequisite for Sociology Core and Concentration Requirements with SYA prefix) | 3 | |
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 | |
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 | |
| Select a Free Elective (If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) | 3 | |
| NOTE: Consider taking a 3000 level Sociology Elective with an SYA/SYO/SYD or SYP prefix in Sophomore year. See list of Electives in catalog or Degree Evaluation. | ||
| Total Hours: | 15 | |
Mile Marker(s) Two Intro Sociology Courses at a 1000/2000 level Min Grade C STA2014 (GM)Elem Statistics-Health/SS Minimum Grade C |
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Term 4: Attempted Hours 46-60
| Schedule | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 |
| Select a General Education Course (See Degree Evaluation) | 3 |
| SYA3300 Soc Research Methods (Junior level transfer students take in Term 5) | 3 |
| Select a Major Elective (See approved list of Sociology Major Electives in the university catalog) | 3 |
| Select a Free Elective (If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) | 3 |
| Total Hours: |
15 |
Term 5: Attempted Hours 61-75
| Schedule | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| SYA3310 Qualitative Research Methods OR SYA3450C Social Science Data Analysis OR SYA4654 Sociological Approaches to Program Eval | 3 | |
| Select a Concentration course (See approved list of options in the university catalog) | 3 | |
| Select a Minor Course (See university catalog for list of approved Minors) | 3 | |
| Select a Foreign Language OR Foreign Culture Course (Consult your Academic Advisor regarding options) | 3 - 4 | |
| Select a Free Elective (If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) | 3 | |
| Total Hours: | 15 - 16 | |
Mile Marker(s) SYA3300 Soc Research Methods Minimum Grade C |
Term 6: Attempted Hours 76-90
| Schedule | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| SYA3310 Qualitative Research Methods OR SYA3450C Social Science Data Analysis OR SYA4654 Sociological Approaches to Program Eval | 3 | |
| SYA4010 Sociological Theory (Recommended by completion of Junior year) | 3 | |
| Select a Minor Course (See university catalog for list of approved Minors) | 3 | |
| Select a Foreign Language OR Foreign Culture Course (Consult your Academic Advisor regarding options) | 3 - 4 | |
| Select a Free Elective(If needed to satisfy 120 total hours) | 3 | |
| Total Hours: | 15 - 16 | |
Mile Marker(s) SYA4010 Sociological Theory Minimum Grade C General Education Requirements Civic Literacy Requirement |
Term 7: Attempted Hours 91-105
| Schedule | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| SYA3310 Qualitative Research Methods OR SYA3450C Social Science Data Analysis OR SYA4654 Sociological Approaches to Program Eval | 3 | |
| Select a Concentration course (See approved list of options in the university catalog) | 3 | |
| Select a Major Elective (See approved list of Sociology Major Electives in the university catalog) | 3 | |
| Select a Minor Course (See university catalog for list of approved Minors) | 3 | |
| Select a 3000/4000 level Free Elective (If needed) | 3 | |
| Total Hours: | 15 | |
Mile Marker(s) SYA3310 Qualitative Research Methods Minimum Grade C SYA3450C Social Science Data Analysis Minimum Grade C SYA4654 Soc Approaches to Program Eval Minimum Grade C |
Term 8: Attempted Hours 106-120
| Schedule | Credit Hours |
|---|---|
| Select a Major Elective (See approved list of Sociology Major Electives in the university catalog) | 3 |
| Select a Major Elective (See approved list of Sociology Major Electives in the university catalog) | 3 |
| Select a Minor Course (See university catalog for list of approved Minors) | 3 |
| Select a Minor Course (See university catalog for list of approved Minors) | 3 |
| Select a 3000/4000 level Free Elective (If needed) | 3 |
| Total Hours: | 15 |
Total Program Hours: |
120 |