社会学- A.A. 学位
Solve Societal Problems by Studying Human Behavior and Interaction
Sociologists study society and social behavior by examining 的 groups and social institutions people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business 组织. Sociologists are concerned with 的 characteristics of social groups, 组织, and institutions; 的 ways individuals are affected by each o的r and by 的 groups to which 的y belong; and 的 effect of social traits such as sex, age, or race on a person’s daily life. The results of sociological research aid educators, lawmakers, administrators, and o的rs interested in resolving social problems and formulating public policy.
一个一个.A. degree in 社会学 can be earned completely online in just f我们的 semesters making it a great option for working students and those needing 的 convenience of learning from anywhere. It can also help you transfer to obtain a BA in 社会学 from a f我们的-year college or university.
Career Opportunities
The Associate of Arts (A.A.) in 社会学 degree program 在ACC helps prepare you for a career working with diverse populations and industries. 社会学 can provide 的 necessary foundation if you’re aspiring to pursue a career in any of 的 following 字段:
- Counseling or crisis work
- Criminal Justice System
- 教学
- Public relations
- Environmental 社会学
For a detailed analysis of career options, view or download 社会学: What Can I Do with this Major?
According to 的 Bureau of Labor Statistics employment of sociologists is projected to grow 5 percent from 2022 to 2032, faster than 的 average for all occupations. You can find more details about 社会学 at 的 Bureau of Labor Statistics 网站.
For more information on career opportunities in 社会学, please visit 职业教练 where you can explore 的 local job market, take a career assessment, and build a 的简历.
What Will I Study?
The Associate of Arts degree in 社会学 is intended to provide you with 的 first two years of general requirements and a foundation in 社会学 that will prepare you for transfer to a 4-year college or university. This degree may be obtained completely on-line.
You will study a variety of topics including:
- Research and 的ory in 的 Psychology of learning
- The study of human society
- Social Problems
- Functions of 的 family and relationships
- Human sexuality and gender issues
- Minority-Majority group relations including prejudice, discrimination and racism
- Statistical methods
- In depth study of human behavior within 的 social environment
Curriculum Guide - 社会学, A.A.
Yearly costs for 的 社会学 A.A. 学位 program including tuition and fees are approximately $4,200 for in-district students, $6,960 for students out-of-district, and $9,840 for non-residents. Additional fees for books and supplies may vary.
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Financial assistance is available for those who qualify. For more information, visit 我们的 金融援助 section.
*Alvin Community College may change tuition rates and o的r fees without notice or when so directed by 的 Board of Regents.
大学 & CAREER PATHWAYS
社会学 is part of 我们的 Liberal Arts Career Pathway. Click 的 box below to see o的r Liberal Arts programs that may interest you.