Sociology – Gender Studies
Program Goals & Outcomes
The goal of the Sociology Associate of Arts degree program is to provide students with a strong foundation in the concepts, terminology, and current advances in the field of Sociology. By doing so, this will prepare students to transfer to a baccalaureate program in Sociology and other Social Science programs. The program is also designed to provide students with skills that will prepare them for a wide range of career opportunities in corporate, non-profit, and government organizations.
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Assess social research methods or data;
- Apply the three major sociological paradigms to social issues;
- Recognize various structural inequalities in society; and
- Appraise how structural inequalities affect human agency.
The Gender Studies degree option provides an academic approach to understanding the social construction of gender, the history of and important literature in the study of gender, and current research in the field of women’s and gender studies. This education will prepare you to transfer to a baccalaureate program in sociology or women’s and gender studies, as well as other social science programs. The program provides you with skills that will prepare you for a wide range of career opportunities, especially those fields in which gender issues are an integral component of their mission.
Department Overview
The Gender Studies degree option provides an interdisciplinary approach to the academic exploration of a variety of relevant and significant trends in gender studies. You will be introduced to a variety of issues through courses in sociology, psychology, and history.
GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS (37 hours min.)
English Composition (6 hours)
- ENGL 1113 English Composition I+
- ENGL 1213 English Composition II+
U.S. History/U.S. Government (6 hours)
- HIST 1483 U.S. History to 1877
or HIST 1493 U.S. History Since 1877 - POLS 1113 American Federal Government
Sciences (7 hours)–one must include lab
See Science Electives below.
Humanities (6 hours)
See courses listed in the College Catalog.
Mathematics (3 hours)
See Mathematics Electives below.
Liberal Arts (3 hours)
Students must earn a “C” or better in PSYC 2323 to be eligible for graduation.
- PSYC 2323 Social Psychology+
General Education Electives (6 hours)
Students must earn a “C” or better in PSYC 2413 to be eligible for graduation.
- PSYC 2413 Psychology of Human Sexuality+
See courses listed in the College Catalog.
PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS (15 hours)
Students must earn a “C” or better in these courses to be eligible for graduation.
- PSYC 1113 Introduction to Psychology
- SOC 1113 Introduction to Sociology+
- SOC 2223 Social Problems+
- SOC 2403 The Family in Society+
- SOC 2503 Criminology+
OPTION REQUIREMENTS (12 hours)
- ENGL 2253 Women in American Literature+
- HIST 2133 Women’s History
- HIST 2583 Introduction to LGBTQ+ History+
- SOC 2123 Sex & Gender+
+Check course description for prerequisites that must be met.
Science Electives
HSBC 1104, HSBC 1224, HSBC 2103, HSBC 2114, GEOG 1114, or any course with the following prefixes: ASTR, BIOL, CHEM, ENSC, GEOL, METR, PHSC, or PHYS
Mathematics Electives
Any MATH course which is at least 1000 level or higher except MATH 2013, MATH 2023, & MATH 2033
Suggested Order of Enrollment
Students should enroll in a combination of General Education Requirements and Program Requirements to complete the degree. Check the College Catalog and/or class schedule for course offering specifics. The “+” symbol represents a prerequisite for the course. Any course offering is subject to change without notice.
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Our Gender Studies program emphasizes critical examination of a multitude of gender specific topics across academic disciplines, which is vital to success in any career you choose. You will learn how to critically evaluate cultural practices, societal beliefs and social standards about gender that shape the opportunities women and men face in their daily lives. You can use these skills in a variety of careers in order to be a more successful and to make a difference in our society.
The Gender Studies option can be completed in four semesters. Courses required for program completion included Women’s History, Sex and Gender, Introduction to LGBT Studies, and The Family in Society.
What happens after graduation?
Most of our students transfer to a four-year university after their time here at Rose State. This option has been designed to prepare you to enter a variety of baccalaureate programs. The good news is that our program offers a Mentorship program to help you make the move from Rose State to a four-year institution. For more information on this mentorship program, please email [email protected].