B.S. in Sociology
The School of Behavioral Sciences’ bachelor of science in sociology is a natural fulfillment of the mission of Ohio Valley University, and it addresses in considerable depth each of the desired learning outcomes for the university. Sociology courses examine human society and social behavior of groups and social institutions, including social, religious, political, and business organizations. Further more, sociology courses study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace groups' origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members. This major prepares students for entry into careers such as market analyst, research assistant, writer, or policy analyst. Sociology student are strongly advised to consider this degree as preparation for graduate studies in the behavioral sciences.
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Requirements for B.S. in Sociology
1) Satisfy all of the university’s requirements for a bachelor’s degree, including the following:
General Institutional Requirements for a Bachelor’s Degree
General Education Requirements
OVU Experience Requirement
Writing Competency Requirements
Bible Course Requirement
Diversity Requirement
2) Receive formal admission to the sociology program, preferably during the second semester of the sophomore year; the application is part of SOC 299.
3) Meet the following grade requirements:
Earn at least a 2.5 GPA on all major-related course work.
Earn no more than 3 credit hours of D in major-related course work required for graduation.
Complete Sociology Senior Seminar (SOC 451) with a minimum grade of B
4) Complete the following 26 credit hours:
POL 231 Global Community Relations (3 credit hours)
PSY 229 Introduction to Statistics for the Behavioral Sciences (4 credit hours)
PSY 290 Research Design (4 credit hours)
SOC 101 Principles of Sociology (3 credit hours)
SOC 299 Sociology Program Admission (0 credit hours)
SOC 341 Cultural Anthropology (3 credit hours)
SOC 351 Understanding Multicultural Diversity (3 credit hours)
SOC 451 Senior Seminar (3 credit hours)
SOC 489 Sociology Practicum (3 credit hours)
5) Complete 24 credit hours of course chosen from the following:
ECO 238 Economics (3 credit hours)
PSY 360 Social Psychology (3 credit hours)
REL 371 Christian Ethics (3 credit hours)
SOC 220 Criminal Law (3 credit hours)
SOC 334 Constitutional Law (3 credit hours)
SOC 365 Organized Crime (3 credit hours)
SOC 373 Contemporary Religious Issues (3 credit hours)
SOC 381 Introduction to Alternative Dispute Resolution (3 credit hours)
SOC 382 Conflict Mediation (3 credit hours)
SOC 383 Diversity Management (3 credit hours)
SOC 410 Victimology (3 credit hours)
SOC 433 Organizational Leadership (3 credit hours)
SOC 440 Civil Rights and Liberties (3 credit hours)
SOC 441 Major World Religions (3 credit hours)
SOC 445 American Public Policy and Crime (3 credit hours)
SOC 450 Law Enforcement in American Society (3 credit hours)
SWK 233 Human Behavior and the Social Environment I (3 credit hours)
SWK 333 Human Behavior and the Social Environment II (3 credit hours)
SWK 350 Social Welfare Policy and Services (3 credit hours)
SWK 352 Methods of Social Work (3 credit hours)
6) A minor area of study is recommended.
The following minors are recommended for sociology majors: Alternative Dispute Resolution, Christian Counseling, Christian Service for Women, History, Human Services, Missons, Psychology, Religious Studies, Wellness, and Youth and Family Ministry.
