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	2012-2013 Academic Catalog [Archived Catalog] 																	 
	    Human Services-Sociology B.A.
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				Sociology is the scientific study of a group of people with a shared culture and social structure.  Sociology majors learn how and why people behave the way they do, as well as the causes of problems within social systems.  This scientific and non-judgmental approach prepares students to work productively with diverse populations in society. 
EMPLOYMENT
Students majoring in Sociology are prepared to continuing education in graduate school or for direct employment.  Career opportunitites including:  federal, state, and local goverment, as well as a wide range or national and local nonprofit organizations.  Sociology students are also sought out to work in a range of business settings particularly in positions that require a non-judgmental interaction with others. 
DEGREE AWARDED
Bachelor of Arts 
CONTACT
Dr. Phillip Wiseley 
Division of Social and Behavioral Sciences 
316-295-5451 
wiseley@friends.edu 			 
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		Major Core Requirements: 40 credit hours
   Choose one of the following: 3 credit hours
   Total Major Requirements: 43 hours
 Total Degree Requirements: 124 hours
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