Sociology Transfer Pathway (AA)

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An Associate of Arts degree with a transfer pathway for a degree in psychology or sociology is an excellent stepping-stone for students interested in people. Psychology is the scientific study of human behavior, while sociology looks at that behavior in the context of one’s social setting. The combination of the two fields gives students a more complete picture of how we all fit into our world. Students interested in either psychology or sociology as a four-year major should be aware that these course recommendations are intended for students who are undecided about a transfer school. Students who have selected a transfer school should consult the catalog of that school and an academic advisor for requirements appropriate to the first two years of study. College catalogs and transfer guides for many four-year colleges are available on the Internet.

Suggested Course Plan by Semester

Pathway Code: SOCS

General Education Requirements (38 hours)

Basic Skills (12 hours)

Computer Literacy (3 hours)

CAP1516 - Computer Applications 3 hour(s) or Computer Literacy Elective

Humanities (9 hours)

Complete courses from 3 Different Departments (ART, FOL, HIS, HUM, LIT, MIN, MUS, PHO, REL, THE) - Studio and Performance courses cannot be included.

For a list of course options click this link Humanities Elective(s)

The following are the recommended Humanities electives for this pathway:

HIS6411 - United States History to 1877 3 hour(s)
LIT2511 - Introduction to Literature 3 hour(s)
FOL2330 - Spanish I 5 hour(s)
(Additional 2 elective credits may be used to fulfill additional pathway elective hours)

Social Sciences (9 hours)

Complete courses from 3 Different Departments (ANT, ECO, GEG, POL, PSY, SOC).
For a list of course options click this link Social Science Elective(s)

The following are recommended electives for this pathway

ECO6113 - Principles of Macroeconomics 3 hour(s)
PSY6711 - General Psychology 3 hour(s)
SOC6811 - Principles of Sociology 3 hour(s)

Laboratory Sciences (5 hours)

Complete 5 credits of Lab Science from Lab Science Elective(s) (Check transfer institution to see if Life Science or Physical Science Elective is required).

Laboratory Science Elective 5 hour(s) _________________________________

Pathway Electives (24 hours)

These courses should be completed for this pathway:

SOC6816 - Social Problems 3 hour(s)
SOC6817 - Human Sexuality 3 hour(s)
SOC6823 - Marriage and Family Relations 3 hour(s)
Unrestricted Electives - 15 hours(s)

Students should work with their advisor to determine specific requirements for their major at their intended transfer university. Electives preferred by transfer institutions may include:

Developmental Psychology - PSY 6712
American National Government - POL 6611

Minimum Hours for a Degree 62*

*A minimum of 62 hours is required to earn a Cowley Degree, however additional credit hours may be outlined on the transfer pathway to meet the program requirements for a transfer institution.

Depending on skill level and assessment scores, students may be required to take the necessary basic skill or prerequisite courses prior to enrolling in the program courses.