社会学- A.A. 学位
Solve Societal Problems by Studying Human Behavior and Interaction
Sociologists study society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business 组织. Sociologists are concerned with the characteristics of social groups, 组织, and institutions; the ways individuals are affected by each other and by the groups to which they belong; and the effect of social traits such as sex, age, or race on a person’s daily life. The results of sociological research aid educators, lawmakers, administrators, and others interested in resolving social problems and formulating public policy.
一个一个.A. degree in 社会学 can be earned completely online in just f我们的 semesters making it a great option for working students and those needing the convenience of learning from anywhere. It can also help you transfer to obtain a BA in 社会学 from a f我们的-year college or university.
Career Opportunities
The Associate of Arts (A.A.) in 社会学 degree program 在ACC helps prepare you for a career working with diverse populations and industries. 社会学 can provide the necessary foundation if you’re aspiring to pursue a career in any of the following 字段:
- Counseling or crisis work
- Criminal Justice System
- 教学
- Public relations
- Environmental 社会学
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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics the median annual wage for sociologists was $79,650 in 2017. In the Houston metropolitan 区域,开始 salaries for sociology-related jobs begin at over $51,000 per year with the average salary at over $80,000 per year.
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What Will I Study?
The Associate of Arts degree in 社会学 is intended to provide you with the first two years of general requirements and a foundation in 社会学 that will prepare you for transfer to a 4-year college or university. This degree may be obtained completely on-line.
You will study a variety of topics including:
- Research and theory in the Psychology of learning
- The study of human society
- Social Problems
- Functions of the family and relationships
- Human sexuality and gender issues
- Minority-Majority group relations including prejudice, discrimination and racism
- Statistical methods
- In depth study of human behavior within the social environment
Curriculum Guide - 社会学, A.A.
Yearly costs for the 社会学 A.A. 学位 program including tuition and fees are approximately $4,200 for in-district students, $6,960 for students out-of-district, and $9,840 for non-residents. 额外费用 for books and supplies may vary.
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Financial assistance is available for those who qualify. For more information, visit 我们的 金融援助 section.
*Alvin Community College may change tuition rates and other fees without notice or when so directed by the Board of Regents.
大学 & CAREER PATHWAYS
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