SOCIAL SCIENCE MAJOR
SOCIAL SCIENCE CORE REQUIREMENTS:
SOCIAL SCIENCE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
SOS 231 INTRODUCTION TO THE SOCIAL SCIENCES 3 SEM. HRS.
This course broadly introduces the student to the social sciences (history, political science, geography, economics, sociology, anthropology, and psychology). It emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach to heighten the student's appreciation of the interdependence of the social sciences.
SOS 330 INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS 3 SEM. HRS.
Orientation to the principles and practices of statistical analyses. Computation and graphic presentation of statistics will be emphasized as well as use of the computer in statistical analysis. (Same as BEC 330)
SOS 335 SOCIAL SCIENCE RESEARCH METHODS 3 SEM. HRS.
The Research Methods in Social Science is designed to expose students to the basics of the scientific method.
Students are introduced to the basic steps related to exploration of research methods to include: formulation of a
research problem; review of the related literature; study of survey research design; analysis of data and discussion of
findings based on scientific evidence. Data analysis is required using SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social
Sciences). The tools for a researchable project and/or fundable grant proposal are provided to students. Prerequisite:
SOS 330, ENG 332
SOS 360 STUDY ABROAD (ELECTIVE) 6 SEM. HRS.
A practical international experience of studying the history and culture of a foreign country via traveling and
studying abroad.
SOS 460 STUDY ABROAD (ELECTIVE) 6 SEM. HRS.
An individualize study abroad research experience that allows students to engage in research, formal classroom
study and serves as a participant observer while gaining valuable experience abroad. Qualified professionals will
direct students that are engaged in this international research and or internship experience.
SOS 412 SENIOR COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW SEMINAR 1 SEM HR.
A pass or fail seminar designed for seniors in social science to engage in review sessions in their major area of
study. Review sessions intended on preparing majors for various standardized notional examinations and for the
Social Science Senior Examination
SOS 423 SENIOR THESIS 2 SEM. HRS.
A formal pass or fail course designed to help students complete their senior thesis/projects.
SOCIAL SCIENCE CORE REQUIREMENTS:
| Courses | Credit Hr | |
| PLS 231 | American Government | 3 |
| BEC 231 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| or | ||
| BEC 232 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| SOW 330 | Social Welfare Problems | 3 |
| SOS 330 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| SOS 335 | Social Science Research Methods | 3 |
| SOC 331 | Social Stratification | 3 |
| SOS 412 | Senior Comprehensive Review Seminar | 1 |
| SOS 423 | Senior Thesis | 2 |
| Total Hours | 21.00 |
SOCIAL SCIENCE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
SOS 231 INTRODUCTION TO THE SOCIAL SCIENCES 3 SEM. HRS.
This course broadly introduces the student to the social sciences (history, political science, geography, economics, sociology, anthropology, and psychology). It emphasizes an interdisciplinary approach to heighten the student's appreciation of the interdependence of the social sciences.
SOS 330 INTRODUCTION TO STATISTICS 3 SEM. HRS.
Orientation to the principles and practices of statistical analyses. Computation and graphic presentation of statistics will be emphasized as well as use of the computer in statistical analysis. (Same as BEC 330)
SOS 335 SOCIAL SCIENCE RESEARCH METHODS 3 SEM. HRS.
The Research Methods in Social Science is designed to expose students to the basics of the scientific method.
Students are introduced to the basic steps related to exploration of research methods to include: formulation of a
research problem; review of the related literature; study of survey research design; analysis of data and discussion of
findings based on scientific evidence. Data analysis is required using SPSS (Statistical Package for the Social
Sciences). The tools for a researchable project and/or fundable grant proposal are provided to students. Prerequisite:
SOS 330, ENG 332
SOS 360 STUDY ABROAD (ELECTIVE) 6 SEM. HRS.
A practical international experience of studying the history and culture of a foreign country via traveling and
studying abroad.
SOS 460 STUDY ABROAD (ELECTIVE) 6 SEM. HRS.
An individualize study abroad research experience that allows students to engage in research, formal classroom
study and serves as a participant observer while gaining valuable experience abroad. Qualified professionals will
direct students that are engaged in this international research and or internship experience.
SOS 412 SENIOR COMPREHENSIVE REVIEW SEMINAR 1 SEM HR.
A pass or fail seminar designed for seniors in social science to engage in review sessions in their major area of
study. Review sessions intended on preparing majors for various standardized notional examinations and for the
Social Science Senior Examination
SOS 423 SENIOR THESIS 2 SEM. HRS.
A formal pass or fail course designed to help students complete their senior thesis/projects.
