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Sociology (BA major)

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Learn everything you need to know about , from choosing a program and reviewing admission requirements to submitting your application and reporting your grades.

If you have questions, talk to a student recruiter or attend one of our events.

Courses

While our faculty specialize and teach courses in wide-ranging areas, our research and teaching are grouped into 4 major areas:

Learn about courses in these research areas

Learning outcomes for undergraduate studies 

See the University Calendar for a list of all sociology courses

Community engagement option

Add a community engagement option to your degree. As a sociology major or honours student, you can take courses that give you skills to work, learn and/or conduct research with community partners.

Community-engaged learning (CEL) takes sociology out of the classroom and into our communities. Our CEL courses allow you to work with non-profit organizations to design, develop and plan projects to serve their needs.

Community engagement option

Minor & interdisciplinary

A minor is an optional program that allows you to study in an area outside of your major program area. A minor in sociology requires:

  • 6 units of courses numbered at the 100 or 200 level
  • 9 units of courses numbered at the 300 or 400 level

Sociology minor

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.

Social Justice Studies

Funding

UVic offers scholarships, bursaries, awards and other funding opportunities to help you further your education and succeed in your studies. Explore funding options at UVic

Most scholarships are awarded based on recommendations made by the department. However, some require a separate application form.

Awards for sociology students 

Jamie Cassels Undergraduate Research Awards (JCURA)

The  supports students who complete a research project under the mentorship of a faculty supervisor.

Full-time third- and fourth-year students with a GPA of 7.0 or above are eligible to apply. Each successful student receives a $1,500 credit in their UVic account.

Past sociology JCURA recipients

Valerie Kuehne Undergraduate Research Awards (VKURA)

 give first- and second-year students the opportunity to gain research experience with a faculty member. Paid research internships are full-time for 12 weeks (between May 1 and August 31).

Career options

Sociology encourages critical reflective thinking. You’ll learn skills to become an informed citizen. Knowing how to understand social differences can lead you to a meaningful career.

Our graduates work in public policy, community and social services and law enforcement.

Career Services can help you develop a career you love. From exploring career options to applying for jobs, they've got you covered.

Some career options for sociology majors 

Meet some of our alumni 

Co-op

Our optional co-operative education (co-op) program gives you hands-on paid work experience related to what you're studying. It's the perfect way to develop your skills and find a career you love.

Learn more about what co-op ishow it works with your degree, and what to expect as a co-op student

Sociology students have had co-op placements like:

  • Corrections Canada – junior parole officer
  • BC Stats – research assistant
  • UVic Welcome Centre – student recruiter
  • Beacon Community Services – workshop facilitator and volunteer coordinator
  • CanAssist – job coach

Co-op requirements