<h2 id="section---FrequentlyAskedQuestions">Frequently Asked Questions</h2> <h3 id="section---WhatKindOfProgramIsIt">What Kind of Program Is It?</h3> <p>California Baptist University's Bachelor of Arts in Sociology is designed to teach students about human social interactions from a big-picture perspective. You'll have the opportunity to learn using scientific research methodology about social structures from the individual to societal levels. Courses in the program include topics such as social problems, race and ethnicity, group dynamics, and gender. The curriculum may also help you develop critical thinking, problem-solving, research, and strategy skills. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreThePrerequisites">What Are the Prerequisites?</h3> <p>You may not need to take any sociology courses before applying for the BA in Sociology, but an Introduction to Sociology course must be taken as a prerequisite before beginning the more advanced courses in the program. All students applying to California Baptist University need a high school diploma or equivalent, as well as a minimum 2.0 GPA. Some programs may have additional requirements. </p> <h3 id="section---WhatAreTheCourseRequirements">What Are the Course Requirements?</h3> <p>As a student in the sociology undergraduate program, you'll need to complete 50 credits of major courses (courses that are part of the sociology degree) as well as 40-43 credits of general education. Courses are divided between Prerequisite, Methodology (17 credits), and Upper Division (27 credits), as well as two Christian-based courses (6 credits). Some required courses count towards general education. </p> <p><u>Prerequisite Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code</th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>ENG 113</td><td>Composition</td></tr> <tr><td>ENG 123</td><td>Intermediate Composition</td></tr> <tr><td>MAT 115 <br /> <br /> MAT 144</td><td>Intermediate Algebra <br /><b>OR</b><br /> Introduction to Statistics</td></tr> <tr><td>SOC 213</td><td>Introduction to Sociology</td></tr> </table><p><u>Methodology Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code</th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>BEH 250</td><td>Reading &amp; Writing in the Behavioral Sciences</td></tr> <tr><td>BEH 290</td><td>Introduction to Research Methods</td></tr> <tr><td>BEH 333</td><td>Epistemology and Worldview</td></tr> <tr><td>BEH 383</td><td>Statistics and Research Methodology I</td></tr> <tr><td>BEH 385</td><td>Statistics and Research II</td></tr> </table><p><u>Upper Division Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code</th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>SOC 301</td><td>Self and Society</td></tr> <tr><td>SOC 323</td><td>Marriage and Family</td></tr> <tr><td>SOC 335</td><td>Social Problems</td></tr> <tr><td>SOC 337</td><td>Deviant Behavior</td></tr> <tr><td>SOC 338</td><td>Group Dynamics and Social Movements</td></tr> <tr><td>SOC 345</td><td>Race and Ethnicity</td></tr> <tr><td>SOC 347</td><td>Sociology of Gender</td></tr> <tr><td>SOC 352</td><td>Sociology of Health and Illness</td></tr> <tr><td>SOC 381</td><td>Social Theory</td></tr> </table><p><u>Additional Courses</u> </p> <p /> <table border="1"><tr><th>Course Code</th><th>Course Title</th></tr> <tr><td>CST 100</td><td>Overview of the Bible</td></tr> <tr><td>CST 302</td><td>Foundations of Christian Thought</td></tr> </table><h3 id="section---WhatCouldIDoAfterIGraduate">What Could I Do After I Graduate?</h3> <h4 id="section---CareerOpportunities">Career Opportunities</h4> <p>California Baptist University's online BA in Sociology might prepare graduates to pursue a variety of careers in different industries. Upon graduation, you could use any newly-gained skills and knowledge to work in social services, business, industry, government, and other areas. This could potentially include jobs in research or working closely with others to aid in interpersonal relationships. </p> <p>Careers graduates typically pursue include: </p> <ul><li>Guidance counselor </li><li>Market research analyst </li><li>Human resources (HR) representative </li></ul><h4 id="section---AdvancedDegrees">Advanced Degrees</h4> <p>A sociology bachelor's degree can be a first step in pursuing advanced education due to its diverse, foundational curriculum. You could pursue a master's degree to expand upon the skills you have and advance to a higher position in your career, or learn new skills and join a new career in a similar field. Areas such as social work, psychology, and business could be suitable options. </p> <p>Potential advanced degrees include: </p> <ul><li>Master of Social Work </li><li>Master of Arts in Organizational Leadership </li><li>Master of Science in Counseling Psychology </li><li>Master of Arts in Sociology</li></ul>