Bachelor of Arts: Major in Sociology
New for January 2011!
The Bachelor of Arts, Major in Sociology is unique in the Lower Mainland as it combines theoretical, research, and applied components in the curriculum. Our BA Major in Sociology program offers critical, practical and transformative studies in local and global approaches. Our program offers exceptional learning experiences in applied settings with academic rigor and a well-rounded education in various sub-fields in the discipline.
The BA Major in Sociology program at Kwantlen is the only program of this kind in BC that involves a practicum component, which provides students with the opportunity to volunteer in a local or global context in a community based setting, make employment contacts, and apply knowledge students have learned in class in the field. Students in the program will, in their fourth year of studies, complete six credits in experiential, applied service where they will apply their learning to situation in the real community around them. Students in 2011 will have the opportunity to complete this requirement through a field school located in the country of Ghana.
Admission to the Bachelor of Arts Degree programs requires English 12 (B) and Principles of Math (C) or their equivalencies. Bachelor of Arts students receive priority registration for their courses from year one. Students who do not meet the admission requirements have the option to enroll in a BA Qualifying Year where they may begin their degree studies while completing course upgrades while enjoying the benefits of being a BA degree student.
For program information, visit the Kwantlen Online Calendar.
For information about courses or other opportunities like Field School and Student research opportunities, contact the Department of Sociology at (604) 599-2051.
For programming and course planning advice, students can make an appointment with an Educational Advisor at (604) 599-2000. Students entering their third year of studies may make an appointment with the BA Degree advisor by calling the BA Advising Centre at (604) 599-3068.
