Associate of Arts Sociology

Program Overview

The Associate of Arts in Sociology program at the College of New Caledonia equips students with a comprehensive understanding of societies and their impact on individuals. Through courses in sociology, English, science, and electives, students develop critical thinking, research, and communication skills. The program prepares graduates for careers in fields such as counseling, government, law enforcement, and social work, or for further education in related disciplines.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Associate of Arts in Sociology degree program at the College of New Caledonia prepares students to understand societies and how they shape people's attitudes, actions, identities, and institutions. It helps students make sense of the rapidly changing world and better understand themselves.

Objectives:

• Enhance understanding of human interactions
• Develop the ability to interpret social events
• Teach ethical research methods
• Foster an understanding of ethical issues
• Hone persuasive writing and communication skills
• Strengthen problem-solving and critical thinking abilities
• Cultivate accurate observation and interpretation of information

Outline:

Courses

• Sociology Requirement:
• Introduction to Sociology I
• Introduction to Sociology II
• Introduction to Sociologial Theory
• Yinka Dene Worldview
• Aboriginal Peoples of Canada
• Intro to Socio-Cultural Anthro
• Theory of Knowledge
• Contemporary Ethical Issues
• Soc Science Research Methods
• Additional 6 credits in Sociology at the 100- or 200-level
• English Requirement:
• Composition & Style
• Additional 3 credits 100-level UT English
• Science Requirements:
• Biology for Humanities and Social Sciences I
• Biology for Humanities and Social Sciences II
• Elementary Statistics
• Statistics for Social Sciences
• Electives:

Careers:

Potential Career Paths:

• Counsellor
• Government Worker
• Law Enforcement
• Marketing Researcher
• Policy Analyst
• Public Relations Specialist
• Research Consultant
• Social Policy Researcher
• Social Service Worker (government and non-governmental agencies)
• Sociologist
• Teacher / Professor

Opportunities:

• Graduates may continue their education in criminology, diversity studies, gender and sexuality studies, political science, and social work.
• Associate degrees from CNC transfer into university programs and give preferential admission at public universities and university-colleges in BC.