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Sociology
Sociology at W&M
Sociology students explore cutting-edge issues such as globalization, immigration, crime, health and wellbeing, technology, gender, racial inequalities and aging. Courses offered employ a wide variety of theories and methods to analyze societies and social issues. Faculty will equip you with theoretical and empirical tools, including hands-on quantitative and qualitative methodological training. The skills you will gain translate to successful careers in law, government, public health/health care, think tanks, consulting, social work, and more.
Program Highlights
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Breadth of Research Methods
Learn how to use survey data to conduct sophisticated quantitative analysis, develop qualitative skills by conducting interviews and coding media products to uncover sociological themes and more.
Theory to Practice
Gain the knowledge and skills to employ a wide variety of theories and methods in order to study societies, which are valuable and marketable in many career paths.
Award-Winning Faculty
Hear from W&M professors who have won some of the most prestigious awards for teaching, scholarship and general excellence.
Paths of Study
- Bachelor of Arts
- Minor
Paths of Study
Applied Learning
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Courses
Take courses aligned with your interests including Social Justice (SOCL 100), Criminology (SOCL 302) and The Politics of Global Health (SOCL 314).*
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Research
Collaborations with faculty often result in published research articles or conference presentations.
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Social Justice Policy Initiative (SJPI)
Engage in policy-oriented and community-based research under the supervision of faculty members and external partners.
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Student Resources
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Outcomes
In addition to preparing students for graduate programs in sociology, W&M provides an excellent liberal arts and sciences background for postgraduate and professional training. Sociology alumni pursue careers in public service and administration, law, business, medicine, journalism and many other professions.
Co-Authored Publications
Discover peer-reviewed research that undergraduate students have co-authored with Sociology faculty.
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Mailing Address
Department of Sociology William & Mary P.O. Box 8795 Williamsburg, VA 23187-8795
Contact Us
- Phone: 757-221-2610
- Email: smhospodor@wm.edu
Courses Disclaimer
*Courses listed are examples. Course availability changes each semester.