SOCI510 - Introduction to Graduate Studies in Sociology

Course Details

Course Code: SOCI510 Course ID: 5447 Credit Hours: 3 Level: Graduate

This course provides an overview of sociology as a field of study, including the historical development of the discipline. Students are introduced to the three main theoretical perspectives of sociology as well as the terms and concepts related to human behavior in society. An emphasis is placed on the impact of social forces on individuals, groups, organizations, institutions, and societies. Students will discuss social problems, social justice, and social change, as well as how sociologists research social phenomena and how to explore potential career paths in sociology.

Course Schedule

Registration Dates Course Dates Start Month Session Weeks
Registration12/30/2024 - 05/30/2025 Course Dates06/02/2025 - 07/27/2025 Start Month June SessionSpring 2025 Session D Weeks8 Week session
Registration01/27/2025 - 07/04/2025 Course Dates07/07/2025 - 08/31/2025 Start Month July SessionSummer 2025 Session B Weeks8 Week session
Registration02/24/2025 - 08/01/2025 Course Dates08/04/2025 - 09/28/2025 Start Month August SessionSummer 2025 Session I Weeks8 Week session
Registration03/31/2025 - 08/29/2025 Course Dates09/01/2025 - 10/26/2025 Start Month September SessionSummer 2025 Session D Weeks8 Week session

Previous Syllabi

Not current for future courses.