BA in Sociology - Social Inequality in La Jolla United States | University of California, San Diego

Sociology examines the structures and dynamics of human societies and 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, and join the Honors Program. The department actively promotes international study and cross-disciplinary coursework in humanities and social sciences to broaden students' sociological understanding. For those pursuing a BA in sociology/social inequality, completing five designated courses from the ten required upper-division classes fulfills this specialized track, particularly valuable for careers in social services and education.