Sociology (AA Degree)

Sociology

The Associate of Arts degree in Sociology is designed for transfer to the Sociology bachelor’s degree at all Arizona public universities. Students completing this degree will transfer 61–64 credits to all Arizona public universities. Requirements differ significantly among state universities. Students should see an advisor to plan their program of study to avoid transfer difficulties.

Minimum Credits Required: 62
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What courses will I need to take?

AGEC-A Requirements (35 credits)
All General Education coursework must be selected from approved AZ General Education Curriculum.
Course	Course Title	Hours
Composition (6 credits)
ENG 101	College Composition I	3
ENG 102	College Composition II	3
Mathematics (3 credits)
MAT 140 or higher.	College Mathematics	5
Arts/Humanities (6 credits)
Two courses from different disciplines.		6
Social/Behavioral Sciences (6 credits)
Two courses from different disciplines.		6
Physical/Biological Sciences (8 credits)
Two courses.		8
General Education Options (0-6 credits)
Any AGEC coursework to complete 35 credits.		0-6
Special Requirements
Must be met within the General Education requirements by a minimum of 2 courses.
Intensive Writing/Critical Inquiry		"W"
Ethnic/Race/Gender Awareness		"E"
Contemporary Global/International Awareness or Historical Awareness		"C"
Degree Core Requirements (10 credits)
Course	Course Title	Hours
SOC 101	Introduction to Sociology	3
SOC 210	Sociology of Gender	4
SOC 215	Race & Ethnic Relations	3
Electives (9 credits)
Select three courses from the following list.
Course	Course Title	Hours
SOC 130	Human Sexuality	3
SOC 140	Marriage & the Family in Contemporary America	3
SOC 230	Sociology of Media & Film	3
SOC 235	Sociology of Deviance	3
PSY 230	Introduction to Statistics	3
Language Elective Requirement (8 credits)
Two semesters of the same natural human language, other than English.		8

What will I learn?

The outcomes identified below define the knowledge and skill sets that graduates will possess at the end of their program of study.

Define and apply key terms, concepts and theories of sociology
Describe the sociological imagination as it relates to everyday life
Apply critical thinking skills to understanding sociological research and theoretical inference building
Explain the influence of race, gender, culture, and social stratification on social issues
Demonstrate an understanding of research methods used in the field of sociology

How will my placement test scores affect my course sequence?

Depending on your English and/or Math placement scores, you may be required to take an additional course or courses that will increase the posted estimated timeline. Placement tests are given to students to determine their specific knowledge or proficiency in math and English, for the purpose of assigning them to the appropriate courses. Test scores are valid for two years. Students can also use their ACT or SAT scores to place them into math and English courses.

Tracks based on current degree minimum requirements for English and Math.

English/Reading

Track 1:

ENG 095

ENG 099 + RDG 099

ENG 101

ENG 102

Track 2:

ENG 095

RDG 099

ENG 101A (combines ENG 099 + ENG 101)

ENG 102

Math

Track 1:

MAT 088

MAT 091

MAT 097

MAT 142

PSY 230**

Track 2:

MAT 088

MAT 091

MAT 140 (combines MAT 097 + MAT 142)

PSY 230**

Work with an advisor to ensure completion of your pathway in a timely manner.

**If PSY Elective

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Sociology (AA Degree)

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Degree Information

What courses will I need to take?

AGEC-A Requirements (35 credits)

Degree Core Requirements (10 credits)

Electives (9 credits)

Language Elective Requirement (8 credits)

What will I learn?

How will my placement test scores affect my course sequence?

English/Reading

Math