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Sociology

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Study human society and our social world. Explore contemporary issues like gender, social media, crime, environmentalism and social inequality. Develop strong analytical and communication skills through research activities, public outreach and in-class discussion groups.

Areas of focus

  • Ecology, Global Issues and Social Movements
  • Gender, Racialization and Ethnicity
  • Health, Aging and Society
  • Sociology of Crime, Deviance and Law

Careers

  • Addictions counsellor
  • Case worker
  • Childcare or youth worker
  • Community services organizer
  • Disability services worker
  • Fundraiser
  • Healthcare administrator
  • Human resources manager
  • Market research analyst
  • Media analyst
  • Probation officer
  • Public relations officer
  • Social policy research
  • Tourism manager
  • Victims advocate

Admission

Apply to UVic as a high school student or a transfer student from another post-secondary institution.

Select Social Sciences: Major Undeclared when you submit your application. You can declare this program as your major after one or more years of full-time study.

Alternatively, you can choose another major and add this program as a minor to broaden your studies.

Program details

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Application deadline

Admission requirements

Expanded qualifications

English Language proficiency

Transfer credit

Tuition & fees

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Scholarships

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