Race relations. Gender. Sexuality. Family. Work. Law. Medicine. Religion. Criminal justice. These are just a few of the complex – and highly relevant – topics that you’ll explore through the study of sociology. How do different groups and cultures make sense of their world? What are the patterns or rules that undergird their values and practices? By asking these questions and many more just like them, you’ll learn to challenge received knowledge, analyze structural inequalities and develop a historical and comparative perspective in tackling contemporary issues.
Sociology courses at DePauw are far-reaching and in-depth. With offerings such as Contemporary Society, Medical Sociology and Criminology, you’ll discover numerous contexts in which to grow as a researcher, communicator and critical thinker. This holistic approach to education encompasses several interdisciplinary components, providing an ideal foundation for achieving professional and personal success in our increasingly globalized and interconnected world.
Major | Degree | School | Format | Course Credits |
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Sociology | Undergraduate, B.A. | College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | On Campus | 9 Courses |
Sociology
Undergraduate, B.A.
On Campus
9 Courses
Minor | School | Format | Course Credits |
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Sociology | College of Liberal Arts and Sciences | On Campus | 5 Courses |
Sociology
On Campus
5 Courses
Leveraging the resources of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, the sociology major and minor at DePauw are housed in the Department of Sociology and Anthropology. This department takes a holistic approach to the study of human life, encompassing social, cultural, economic, political and psychological aspects.