Sociology major – Bachelor of Arts

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Credential:
Bachelor of Arts

Duration:
4 years

Options:
Major, minor, Social Research concentration

How to apply

Start date:
January, September 

Location:
Abbotsford campus

Cost:
Tuition and fees

Features:

  • Co-op semester(s) provide paid work experience in your field of study
  • Program eligible for financial aid

Program description

Whether we realize it or not, we are shaped by society. Sociology explores how culture, power, identity, and social institutions influence our lives and communities. Explore topics such as ethnicity, gender, age, class, group behaviour, and social change to deepen your understanding of our diverse world.

This Sociology degree offers you flexibility, such as a major or minor combined with another subject. You can also choose to complete the Sociology major with a Social Research concentration. Sociology will prepare you with both practical knowledge about quantitative and qualitative research methods, data analysis, and disseminating research, which are valuable skills across a wide range of careers.

Throughout this program, you will develop critical thinking skills and the ability to:

  • Analyse complex social systems from local to global levels.
  • Examine inequality, identity, institutions, and social change.
  • Evaluate global challenges such as poverty, racism, sexism, violence, and climate change.
  • Apply sociological perspectives to real-world issues and policy debates.

If you want a broader perspective, you may also consider a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Anthropology.

Career expectations

A Sociology major develops skills that translate across a wide range of career paths. Including the ability to analyze complex social issues, interpret data, and communicate findings clearly and effectively.

Common career paths for Sociology majors include:

  • Social Services and Community Service (Case Worker, Outreach Worker)
  • Political and Government (Policy Analyst, Policy, and Program Coordinator)
  • Research and/or Data Analysis (Research Assistant, Social Researcher)
  • Education or the Public Sector
  • Non-Profit and Community Organizations

Related career fields also include journalism, political science, public relations, urban planning and administration.

Career outlook

According to WorkBC there is expected to be a steady demand for social science professionals, including sociologists and anthropologists, with an estimated 460 job openings in B.C. between 2025 and 2035. These roles involve managing and interpreting human behaviour data. There is an opportunity for you to work for various types of organizations, including global marketing and analytics firms, non-profits, government, and private sector organizations.

Get involved

Aside from internship experiences, you may also participate in informational seminars, public discussion panels, weekly gatherings, and department events. To learn more, contact the School of Social Justice and Global Stewardship.

Entrance requirements

Go to entrance requirements for the Bachelor of Arts in Sociology program in the UFV Academic Calendar.

International student admissions

This program is open for international students.

Upgrading options

Students who do not meet the entrance requirements may complete upgrading to meet prerequisites for university-level courses. 

Prospective students should contact the Future Students office to learn more about upgrading options. 

Current or returning students should connect with the appropriate advising area based on the level of upgrading required:  

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