Program description
Sociology is the study of the interactions of human beings and the social structures we create. The Sociology Department specializes in six main areas of investigation: criminology and social justice; culture and social relations; population health and wellness; power, privilege and resistance; social development and social inequality; and social policy and practice.
Program options
Degree options
B.A. Bachelor of Arts (General) - 3 years
B.A. (Hons.) Bachelor of Arts (Honours) - 4 years
Interesting courses and unique opportunities
Fieldwork opportunities
Practicum in Criminological/Sociological Research
Note
The Practicum in Criminological/Sociological Research course consists of supervised work within the agency and classroom instruction, culminating in the production of a research report. Through this course students gain practical experience and contacts that may assist them as they seek a career upon graduation.
Professional opportunities
- Health care policy analyst
- Business consultant
- Federal and provincial government worker
- City planner
- Military analyst
- Criminal justice worker
- Career consultant
- Child welfare worker
- International relations expert
- Public opinion pollsters
- Social policy analyst
- Social movement worker
- Advocate and market researcher
Admission requirements & prerequisites
Direct Entry Option
Direct entry is not an option for this program. Please review the Advanced Entry option section for more information.
Advanced entry option
24 credit hours in U1 (or approved bachelors program)
This entry option is open to students who have completed either a minimum of 24 credit hours of university level study or one of the certificate programs specified on each program’s application page.
High school prerequisites
High school prerequisites: None
Many programs will require or recommend specific high school courses over and above their admission requirements. These high school prerequisites are not always required to enter the program, but they must be completed to enrol in certain university courses within it. If a student does not have a particular prerequisite when they enter the program, they may complete an equivalent upgrading course at university that will satisfy the prerequisite requirement.
More details on admission requirements, application dates and how to apply is available on the Faculty of Arts apply for admission page.
What is unique about this program at the U of M?
The University of Manitoba's Sociology Department is home to many accomplished academics. Faculty members regularly win teaching awards for their work in the classroom, secure large grants to support research programs, and publish books and articles in their areas of specialization.
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