In Canada, the entirety of the social provisions of government are called 'social programs' (French: programmes sociaux), rather than 'social welfare' as in European and British usage.
Students with a degree in sociology have gone on to careers in academe; government policy- making; management; research and development; marketing; and the social services, among other areas. A degree in sociology is useful preparation for so many career paths as it provides students with valuable and transferable skills such as the ability to think critically, analyze, and problem solve. Students who have declared or are considering declaring sociology as a minor, major, double major, or honours must consult with the Department of Sociology Director of Undergraduate Studies for program approval. For additional program regulations and a full list of sociology courses, please consult the undergraduate calendar and undergraduate course timetables. Minoring in Sociology. A minor in Sociology consists of 2.
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Both the major and honours programs begin in the third year of undergraduate study, following completion of approximately 6. Students should inform the Departmental Academic Advisor or the Director of Undergraduate Studies of their intention to major or honour in sociology during academic advising of the second year of their program. Back to top. Majoring in Sociology. To major in sociology, students must complete 6 credit hours in first year sociology courses prior to completion of their third year. Normally, students take these courses in their first year of study. It is highly recommended that students complete at least two additional sociology courses prior to declaring sociology as their major.
Single majors must complete a minimum of 3. Double majors must complete a minimum of 3.
In either case, students should complete at least 1. Permission may be obtained to count an advanced- level course in a related subject as one of the sociology options. Compulsory courses for single and double majors are: 6 credit hours of level one sociology courses in addition to Theoretical Foundations of Sociology (SOCI 3.
Major Developments in Contemporary Sociological Theory (SOCI 3. Understanding Sociological Research (SOCI 3.
Welcome to the Department of Sociology. At UVic Sociology, we encourage our students to develop skills through practical involvement with actual research activities. We also promote interdisciplinary research activities and. Sociology Undergraduate Program Undergraduate Study in Sociology. Sociology, the study of society, involves the systematic analysis of social institutions, social processes, and social interaction. Students with a degree in. University of Wisconsin Madison : University of California - Berkeley : University of Michigan - Ann Arbor : University of Chicago : University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill : Princeton University (NJ) Stanford University.
Back to top. Honouring in Sociology. The honours program is a more advanced program of study oriented specifically towards preparation for post- graduate study. A minimum of 4. 8 credit hours in sociology is required for single honours. At least 3. 6 credit hours must be advanced- level sociology courses, of which at least 6 credit hours must consist of level four sociology courses.
A minimum of 4. 2 sociology credit hours are required for joint honours. At least 3. 0 credit hours must be advanced- level courses, of which 3 credit hours must consist of level four sociology courses. Students seeking admission to a single or a joint honours program must make written application to the Director of Undergraduate Studies. Compulsory courses for both single and joint honours are: 6 credit hours of level one Sociology courses in addition to Theoretical Foundations of Sociology (SOCI 3. Major Developments in Contemporary Sociological Theory (SOCI 3. Research Strategies (SOCI 3. Statistics in Sociology (SOCI 3.
Seminar: Sociological Theory (SOCI 5. Honours Paper (SOCI 5. For single honours 6 credit hours of level four sociology courses, and for joint honours 3 credit hours of level four sociology courses, are required.
The prerequisites for level five sociology courses are: Theoretical Foundations of Sociology (SOCI 3. Major Developments in Contemporary Sociological Theory (SOCI 3.
Research Strategies (SOCI 3. Interdisciplinary, Major/Minor, & Honours/Minor Programs.
Along with majors or honours in sociology, a student may choose to complete an interdisciplinary program. At the present time, the faculty of Arts offers the following Interdisciplinary programs: Women's Studies, International Development Studies, Russian and Eurasian Studies, Law in Society, alternatively, students may consider taking a minor concentration in another discipline, or another faculty. A minor comprises 2. Only courses that are free electives in a students’ degree program may form part of his or her minor. See the current UNB Undergraduate Calendar for the requirements for a minor program. Please note that students may not take a minor in the department in which they are majoring or honouring. Back to top. Awards, Prizes, & Scholarships.
For information on scholarships for entering and continuing undergraduate students at UNB, consult the undergraduate calendar. Other awards, prizes, and scholarships are available through the federal government.
The following UNB awards and prizes are reserved specifically for undergraduate students in Sociology. Sociology Undergraduate Assistantships A limited number of research assistantships are awarded to sociology honours students who are usually in the final year of the program. A call for applications is made shortly after classes commence in September. Nels Anderson Prize in Sociology. A prize of $1. 25 to be awarded annually on the recommendation of the Department of Sociology to the student majoring or honouring in sociology on the Fredericton campus entering their final year (completed 9.
This prize has been funded by faculty members in the Department of Sociology. Sandra Budovitch Memorial Prize. Mr. Sam Budovitch have established an award in memory of their daughter, Sandra. The prize, having a value of approximately $1. Barbara Pepperdene Critical Essay Prize. An annual prize of $7.
Encaenia on the recommendation of the Department of Sociology to any graduating student on the Fredericton campus for an outstanding essay or assignment in any Sociology course. Barbara Pepperdene.
Please contact the Department of Sociology to nominate a student paper. Barbara Pepperdene Prize for Substantive Inquiry. An annual prize of $7. Fall on the recommendation of the Department of Sociology to a continuing student on the Fredericton campus for an outstanding assignment from the previous academic year which examines issues central to the strengths in the Department. Please contact the Department of Sociology to nominate a student paper. Back to top. Douglas R.
Pullman Prize in Sociology A prize has been established by colleagues of Dr. Douglas Pullman in honour of his contributions to the development of sociology at UNB. It is awarded annually on the recommendation of the Department of Sociology to a graduating student on the Fredericton campus with a major in sociology. The award would be made on the discretion of the Department of Sociology. Alumni Prize Up to four prizes of $2.
Freshman year. The prize is funded by the UNB Associated Alumni. Adam and Dora Cameron Prize An annual prize of $5. Freshman year, has made the highest standing in the work of the Freshman year. Sir Howard Douglas Award. Open to full and part- time undergraduate students who have completed at least year two of an undergraduate degree program at UNB, have achieved Dean's List in the previous year, and are nominated by their Faculty. Selection will be based on scholastic attainment and demonstrated involvement in extra- curricular and/or co- curricular activities.
Governor General's Silver Medal A silver medal to be awarded annually to the undergraduate student who achieves the highest academic standing in an undergraduate Bachelor's degree program. The medal is awarded at Encaenia. Lieutenant Governor of New Brunswick Silver Medal Fourteen medals are to be awarded annually to the outstanding graduating student in each Faculty. The selection is to be made in each case by the appropriate Faculty. The medals are awarded at Encaenia on the Fredericton campus and the Spring Convocation on the Saint John campus. Awarded to the full- time or part- time student judged to be the most outstanding student based primarily on the last half of his/her program as decided by the Faculty in consultation with the Registrar. Students enrolled in a concurrent program are eligible to be considered for the medal in each of the degree programs so represented.
Back to top. Norman S. Fraser Prize in Arts A prize of $3. Faculty of Arts to the student with the highest standing in the Junior and Senior years of Bachelor of Arts program.
The prize has been funded by the late Norman S. Vicky Gray Memorial Award A $6. Fredericton campus student engaged in full or part- time study who is entering the final year of the current degree program and has a continuing interest in and commitment to Women's Studies. Please see the official Undergraduate Academic Calendar Awards section for more information.
F. Howard Grimmer Prize An annual prize of $2. Miss Bessie T. Grimmer for proficiency in the courses required for the Freshman level in the Faculty of Arts as selected by the University authorities. Rabbi David Spiro Essay Prize. A prize of $5. 00 to be awarded annually, on the recommendation of the Arts Council Committee on Honours and Prizes, to a student enrolled in an undergraduate degree program on the Fredericton campus who writes a deserving essay relating to Jewish history, literature or contemporary affairs. The prize is provided by the congregation of the Sgoolai Israel Synagogue. Back to top. Harry Velensky Prize. A prize valued at approximately $4.
University through the generosity of Mr. Harry Velensky, and is to be awarded annually to an undergraduate for the best essay, other than an Honours Thesis, on the subject of human relations, with a view to the promotion of a better understanding between all peoples at all levels of society. Undergraduate Student Resources. In addition to monetary support, the Department of Sociology and the University of New Brunswick provide other resources to undergraduate students at UNB. For instance, the Nels Anderson Society, the Student Union, and the Student Health centre are only three of the organizations on campus providing services to undergraduate students at UNB. In addition, on the Student Resources page of this web site you will find information on library facilities, IT facilities, writing aids, UNB tutors, and much more.