BA in Sociology - Economy and Society in La Jolla United States | University of California, San Diego

Sociology examines the structure and dynamics of human societies and social groups, analyzing their makeup, cultural patterns, and evolutionary processes. This field employs both scientific and humanistic approaches to explore topics ranging from daily interpersonal interactions to worldwide societal transformations. UC San Diego's Sociology Department provides a cutting-edge curriculum that spans the discipline's full spectrum while allowing students to focus on specific interests, undertake original research projects, and join an Honors Program. The department actively promotes study abroad opportunities and cross-disciplinary coursework in humanities and social sciences to broaden students' sociological understanding. For those pursuing careers in modern business sectors, the program offers a BA in sociology/economy and society, requiring five specialized courses among the ten upper-division requirements for the major.