Sociology is a social science that focuses on the study of families, communities, organizations, and societies, and the social relationships, interactions, and cultures they contain. This field of study encompasses a broad range of phenomena, ranging from the smallest daily encounters to global cultural movements.
As a major in Sociology at McNeese, you’ll study interpersonal communication, governmental structures, inequality, race, and gender, and learn how to apply empirical investigation and critical analysis techniques such as research design, sampling procedure, and secondary data analysis to form and analyze theories on social order and societal changes. Through experience with a broad range of sociological research involving theory, methods, and statistics—plus training on advanced computer software—you will graduate capable of finding jobs in many public and private sectors involving regional, national, and international organizations.
McNeese’s Sociology degree program also allows a concentration in family science, which is available in all the same formats as the general Sociology degree. With a concentration in family science, students learn how to help families from a variety of backgrounds navigate common issues they may face, ranging from resolving interpersonal conflicts to managing life transitions. After graduation, McNeese’s family science graduates are eligible for professional certification as Certified Family Life Educators (CFLE) from the National Council on Family Relations.
As a Sociology graduate, you’ll be able to pursue careers in law, education, marketing, business, social work, human resources, criminology, community services, and more.
Potential job titles of Sociology graduates include the following:
Degree Length: 4 Years
University: McNeese State University
Classroom Format: In-Person or Online
