Minor in Sociology

If you are interested in enriching your knowledge of modern societies, with a focus on Lebanon and other Arab countries, then a Minor in Sociology will help you achieve that goal. 

This program aims at advancing a strong sociological understanding of contemporary society, addressing its complexities and the individual’s place within it.

What Will I Learn?

Upon graduation, you will be able to:

• Describe the basic facts, concepts, and theories pertaining to sociology;
• Ask relevant research questions pertaining to sociology; and
• Appreciate the interrelationship among the sociological, political and psychological dimensions in Sociology.

Who Can Apply?

You can benefit from this minor if you are majoring in disciplines, such as education, communication arts, social work, political science, international affairs, economics, English literature, graphic design, and architecture. The courses are designed to address some of the issues raised by these disciplines, from a sociological perspective.

The courses for the Minor in Sociology are counted as part of the Social Sciences requirements and free electives. You will graduate with a degree in your major, and a Minor in Sociology.

Career

The program will help you acquire interdisciplinary competencies, and apply critical thinking about sociological theories and social issues. It allows you develop your professional and practical skills, and assists you in obtaining jobs in the local, regional and international markets.

Program Educational Objectives

The Minor in Sociology aims to:

1. Impart interdisciplinary competencies,
2. Foster critical thinking about sociological theories and social issues, and
3. Develop students’ professional and practical skills to assist them in obtaining jobs in the local, regional and international markets.

Student Outcomes

Upon completion of the Minor in Sociology, students should be able to:

1. Describe the basic facts, concepts, and theories pertaining to sociology,
2. Ask relevant research questions pertaining to sociology, and
3. Analyze the interrelationship among the sociological, political and psychological dimensions of sociology.

Curriculum

A Minor in Sociology requires 18 credits. 

Core Courses (6 credits)

Electives (12 credits)