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Sociology is the study of social life; it focuses on the linkages between individual experience and the wider society in which we live.
Sociology at Laurier is characterized by strengths in the areas of equity and social justice. The aim of this program is to help you gain a better understanding of contemporary social issues by providing you with the theoretical, methodological and writing skills to analyze and engage with these issues. This prepares you for careers, further graduate studies and post-degree programs in fields such as social work, education, criminal justice and law.
Applied Social Research Specialization
Sociology students can choose to take advanced methods courses in upper years and add an Applied Social Research Specialization to their honours Sociology degree.
Applied Social Research Option
Non-Sociology students can enrol in the Applied Social Research Option, which can be added to honours degree programs in many faculties throughout the university.
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Department of SociologyProgram Highlights
- A variety of courses give you a better understanding of contemporary social issues.
- First-year courses provide you with training in critical thinking, writing and research skills.
- You’ll become an engaged citizen, both locally and globally.
- Take the Applied Social Research Option and develop advanced research methods and data analysis skills. Learn more about the Applied Social Research Option and other options to enhance your degree.
Sample Courses
- Social Inequality
- Sociology of Mental Illness
- Sociology of Embodiment and Disability
- Equity in Education
Requirements
- Admission range of mid-70s.
- English at 60%.
- More admission requirements, including requirements for transfer students, are available in our admissions toolkit.
International Baccalaureate Requirements
- HL or SL English at 3.
- IB Minimum Score: 26.
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