Criminology Track of Sociology Major
This is a track of the sociology major that encourages a critical exploration of criminal behavior and the criminal justice system. The program, which includes a one-semester internship in the senior year, is particularly appropriate for students interested in working in law enforcement or the corrections system.
Degree Requirements
Criminology Track Requirements — 39 hours
Students may substitute SOC 499, Thesis, for SOC 498, Senior Project Seminar. Psychology-sociology double majors may do a combined thesis with joint supervision in place of SOC 498.
15 credits - Additional upper-division hours in sociology or relevant psychology courses (PSY 380, 470, or Forensic Psychology)
At least 3 hours must be SOC 344 or 438, and at least 6 hours must be taken from SOC 430-439 or 491-492.
General Electives — 9-21 hours
Total Credit Hours: 120