Minor in Sociology

Overview

A sociology minor is beneficial for any student who wants to learn more about how society works, how groups interact, and for those who want to expand their options for making a cultural difference. Students will increase their ability to think critically and expand their knowledge of social problems and social theory from a biblical worldview. With only 2 required Courses and 16 Sociology Elective options, this 18 credit minor will address a wide range of interests. It is an excellent fit for students majoring in Behavioral Health, Business, Communication, Education, Political Economy, Political Science, or Psychology.

Why Sociology at ACU?

Familiarity with sociological thought is a good fit for an ACU graduate. Sociology students acquire skills for understanding and evaluating culture in preparation for influencing culture and ACU’s core commitments are integrated into the program, setting our graduates apart in a discipline with few conservatives.

What will I study?

There are two required courses in the program, Introduction to Sociology and Sociological Theories. The minor is completed with the student’s choice of 4 additional courses. Some options include:

• Cultural Anthropology
• Gender Studies
• Socialism: Theory and Reality
• Youth Culture
• Criminology
• Holocaust
• World Religions