Sociology
Study human society and our social world. Sociologists explore contemporary issues like gender, social media, crime, environmentalism and social inequality. Our students develop strong analytical and communication skills through research activities, experiential learning and in-class discussion groups.
Study sociology at UVic
From small class sizes to hands-on and international learning, learn why you should study sociology at UVic.
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Profile on Dr. Midori Ogasawara for Past Wrongs, Future Choices
August 19, 2026
Dr. Midori Ogasawara was recently featured in an article for her work on the Past Wrongs, Future Choices Project. Read the full article...
2026 Convocation Sociology
June 11, 2026
Sage Blackwell, BA Sociology with Honours "I grew up in Vancouver BC, and this June I will be receiving a Bachelor of Sociology with Honours. I often tell people that I chose to attend UVic by the...
Congratulations to Dr. Peyman Vahabzadeh for Social Sciences Excellence Award
December 2, 2025
Congratulations to Dr. Peyman Vahabzadeh for his recent Social Sciences Excellence Award - Excellence in Graduate Student Supvervision and Mentorship!
Dr. Midori Ogasawara speaker at Hiroshima-Nagasaki Poster Exhibition at Greater Victoria Public Library
August 15, 2025
The Hiroshima-Nagasaki Poster Exhibition at the Greater Victoria Public Library features 30 photographic posters, they blend archival images, first-person survivor testimonies and...
Congratulations Dr. Bill Carroll and Dr. Peyman Vahabzadeh for recently published books
February 12, 2025
Dr. Bill Carroll's book "Refusing Ecocide" and Dr. Peyman Vahabzadeh's book "For Land and Culture" are now available!
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