Sociology - McKendree University

Sociology from McKendree University is a Campus Bachelor Sociology degree that prepares you for a Human Services career. Students majoring in sociology develop a greater appreciation for how society influences individual behavior and an understanding of how societies are structured. Majors develop the skills to think more critically about their own lives and the many social issues confronting us in society today. A sociology major prepares students for graduate school in sociology , social work, and criminal justice in addition to law school and divinity school. Our graduates pursue many different career opportunities including social services, criminal justice, community organizing, health care administration, and urban planning, among others. The sociology program offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology , within a liberal arts context, by providing three tracks that a student may follow: 1. General Program: This is geared to students who have more general career plans and for those who plan to attend graduate school in sociology. It is also intended for those who wish to develop a general understanding of society. 2. Criminal Justice Emphasis: This is for students who wish to pursue careers in the criminal justice field such as law enforcement, corrections, and court services. This program is designed to provide students with a broad knowledge of the workings of the agencies that make up the criminal justice system. 3. Social Work Emphasis: This is for students who wish to pursue careers in the general area of social work. This program will provide students with a broad overview of the history, agencies, and philosophy of social work. View more details on McKendree University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Sociology courses.