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

SOC 214/PSY 214/SW 214	Research Methods: Design	3
SOC 215/PSY 215	Research Methods: Analysis	3
SOC 305	Sociology of Crime and Justice	3
SOC 336	Race and Ethnic Relations	3
SOC 360	Criminology	3
SOC 380	Sociological Theory	3
SOC 446	Criminology Internship	3
SOC 498	Senior Project	3

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