Sociology

Overview

The Sociology program offered by the Laurentian University provides students a solid foundation in qualitative and quantitative research methods and gives them opportunities to conduct empirical reasearch.

Students also learn classical and contemporary social theories. They may choose courses in social inequality; sexuality and disability; youth, aging and the family; Indigenous peoples; cultural marginality; globalization; immigration; mass media; social movements; health and environmental issues; memory and life stories; and crime and the criminal justice system.

Students learn to question their assumptions about society and to take responsibility for making the world a better place. They may choose to complete a placement with a community organization. They also have the option of obtaining a Certificate in Social Research Methods.

Careers

Graduates can rest assured knowing there is a multitude of career options they can explore post-graduation. Some career options include, but are not limited to:

• Program evaluator
• Infrastructure developer
• Communications officer
• Community developer
• Urban planner
• Needs assessor
• Feasibility studies officer
• Organizational reviewer
• Policy or data analyst
• Human rights officer

Many of these careers can be found in the public and private sector.