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Majors, Minors & Areas of Study<\/div>

Sociology<\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n
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Why do people behave as we do?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

How and why does human behavior shift depending on the groups we belong to or identify with? Major in sociology at the University of Mary Washington and you\u2019ll unravel the mysteries of human relationships while building skills in critical thinking, writing and research you\u2019ll need to help shape a complex world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Degree Awarded<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Students majoring in sociology who complete all requirements earn the degree of Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) in sociology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Areas of Study<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

At UMW, you\u2019ll get a strong foundation in sociological theory and research methods through the study of socialization, culture, social organization, social change, differentiation, and inequality. Courses focus on such topics as ethnic and racial relations, family, gender, medicine, occupations and professions, organizations, politics and the state, popular culture, population, religion, urban life, aging, juvenile delinquency, and criminology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Career Opportunities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As a UMW sociology graduate, you\u2019ll be prepared for graduate school or work. A semester-long research project will help you stand out from the crowd and build a career in health or social services, government, business, and more. Recent grads are working for such organizations as First Nations Development Institute, Development Action Awareness Nationwide, AmeriCorps, Jewish Services Corporation, Rappahannock Council Against Sexual Assault, and the Fredericksburg Department of Social Services. Others are studying toward degrees in social work, law, and sociology. Read more about the careers of recent graduates<\/a> or check out sociology career resources<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Internships<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Sociology student interns often work with agencies in the Fredericksburg region, but also in Washington, D.C., and Richmond, Virginia. UMW sociology and anthropology majors have completed internships at many organizations, including the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n