Bachelor of Science, Major in Sociology

Troy University - Troy Campus

USA,Alabama

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48 Months

Duration

CAD 22,050/year

Tuition Fee

CAD 50

Application Fee

Aug 2025

Apply Date

USA, Alabama

Type: University

Location Type: Rural

Founded: 1887

Total Students: 16,970 +

Campus Detail

Main Campus Address

600 University Ave, Troy, AL 36082, United States

Bachelor of Science, Major in Sociology

Program Overview

Sociology is the scientific study of human relationships and interaction. If the study of human lives, societal changes and social causes and consequences interest you, then a major in sociology at Troy University is for you. This undergraduate degree offers you the opportunity to study a number of social topics including crime and deviance, social inequality and social institutions such as the criminal justice and health care systems.

During TROY’s coursework in the sociology program, you will learn to critically analyze social issues and develop research skills to study social problems like food insecurity and wage inequality. You will also have the opportunity to gain hands-on learning experiences through our internship program with an opportunity to work in a variety of settings from prisons to mental health agencies. These experiences will allow you to be part of research and public good projects that will enable you to take the skills you learn in the classroom and put them to the test. These experiences provide you valuable learning opportunities that lead to employment and graduate school.

Beyond the classroom
With your undergraduate degree in sociology from Troy University, you will be prepared to work in a variety of positions including:

  • Research analyst
  • Research assistant
  • Case manager
  • Victim advocate
  • Corrections
  • Court administration
  • Conflict resolution specialist
  • Behavioral health technician
  • Family intervention specialist
  • Criminal justice/justice specialist