Prospective students
Undergraduate studies
Study human society and our social world. Explore current issues like gender, social media, crime, environmentalism and social inequality. Develop strong analytical and communication skills through research, experiential learning and class discussions.
We offer BA major, minor and honours programs. UVic Sociology participates in the interdisciplinary minor/diploma program in social justice studies. You can complete a social justice studies minor or diploma while earning a BA in sociology. UVic Sociology also participates in the community engaged learning program.
Our optional co-op program gives you paid, hands-on work experience in your field of study. It's the perfect way to develop your skills and find a career you love.
At UVic, you’re more than just a number. We have smaller class sizes than many other universities. You’ll feel a sense of community and create real relationships with your professors and classmates. Learn more about studying at UVic.
Graduate studies
Our MA and PhD programs will give you a solid grounding in research methods and theory. Your studies will emphasize theory, methods and your area of research interest.
We are known for our research and teaching strengths. Besides social theory, qualitative and quantitative methods, our faculty members’ research strengths include:
- ecology, global issues and social movements
- gender, racialization and ethnicity
- sociology of crime and law
- health, aging and society
Join our stimulating and supportive learning environment. Our graduate students enjoy:
- equal emphasis on theory, methods and areas of interest
- courses that draw on the current research of faculty
- advanced courses in theory, qualitative methods and quantitative methods
- professional development events, graduate student colloquia series and teaching assistant workshops