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    Oct 12, 2024  
2024-2025 Augusta University Catalog 
    
2024-2025 Augusta University Catalog

Bachelor of Arts with a Major in Sociology


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Program Overview

Pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology enables students to learn sociological concepts and theories that help them analyze and understand basic social structures and relations between people, groups, organizations and societies. Students will practice critical thinking and communication skills that prepare them for graduate study and a wide range of careers such as human resources representative, lawyer, public relations specialist, policy analyst, social researcher and more. 

augusta.edu/pamplin/social-sciences/sociology

Program Contact

William Hatcher, PhD
706-737-1710
socsci@augusta.edu

Admissions Information

For more information on admissions requirements, please visit the Office of Admissions website.

Progression and Graduation Requirements

  • A grade of C or better is required in all Major Concentration courses.
  • Exit Exam required in final term.

Program Information

  • Program Length: 4 Years
  • Academic Focus Area: Social Sciences [SOSC]
  • CIP Code: 45.1101
  • Program Code: 1BA-SOC

Degree Requirements


Core IMPACTS Courses: 42 Hours


For details on required courses, refer to the General Education/Core IMPACTS Requirements .

Field of Study Courses: 18 Hours


A grade of C or better is required in each of the following courses.

Major Concentration: 30 Hours


A grade of C or better is required in each course.

Free Electives: 28-30 Hours


At least 9 hours must be at the 3000 or 4000 level.

Wellness Graduation Requirement: 4 Hours


Students who transfer to Augusta University with less than 60 credit hours must complete the Wellness Requirement.

Degree Total: 124 Hours


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