Sociology Transfer Pathway, AA

Program Requirements: 9 Credits

1. SOC 1111

   Introduction to Sociology
   3

Choose one of the following

1. SOC 1102

   Relationships, Marriage, and Family
   3
2. SOC 1104

   Human Sexuality in Society
   3
3. SOC 1108

   Death and Dying
   3
4. PSYC 1108

   Death and Dying
   3
5. SOC 2100

   Sociology of Food
   3
6. SOC 2260

   Social Psychology
   3
7. PSYC 2260

   Social Psychology
   3
8. SOC 2261

   Introduction to Crime and Criminology
   3

Choose one of the following

1. SOC 1200

   Introduction to Diversity Studies
   3
2. INTS 1200

   Introduction to Diversity Studies
   3
3. SOC 1145

   Gender in Society
   3
4. WGST 1145

   Gender in Society
   3
5. SOC 2207

   Social Inequalities
   3
6. SOC 2221

   Social Problems
   3

General Education/MnTC Requirements: 40 Credits

Goal 01: Communication

A. Written (one course required)

1. Select one:

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2. ENGL 1120

   Cross-Current College Writing and Critical Reading
   4
3. ENGL 1121

   College Writing and Critical Reading
   4

B. Oral (one course required)

1. Select one:

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2. CMST 1110

   Introduction to Communication
   3
3. CMST 2220

   Interpersonal Communication
   3

Goal 02: Critical Thinking

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Goal 03: Natural Sciences

1. MnTC Goal 03 Course List (courses with an asterisk (*) have a lab)

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Goal 04: Mathematical/Logical Reasoning

1. Select one:

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2. MATH 1114

   Introduction to Statistics
   4
3. MATH 1200

   College Algebra
   3

Goal 05: History/Social/Behavioral Sciences

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Goal 06: Humanities/Fine Arts

Goal 07: Human Diversity, Race, Power, and Justice in the United States

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Goal 08: Global Perspective

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Goal 09: Ethical/Civic Responsibility

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Goal 10: People and the Environment

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Wellness Requirement: 3 Credits

1. Choose any HPER course(s) totaling three credits.

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   3

Elective Courses: 8 Credits

1. Any of the SOC courses listed in the program requirements that was not used to complete the 9 program requirement credits.

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2. ANTH 2201

   Introduction to Cultural Anthropology
   3
3. ECON 1100

   Introduction to the American Economy
   3
4. GEOG 1102

   Introduction to Human Geography
   3
5. HIST 1101

   Minnesota History
   3
6. POLS 1111

   American Politics and Government
   3

Program Information

Program Goals

1. Knowledge Base: Students should demonstrate the underlying knowledge and be able to articulate an understanding of the ma­jor concepts, theoretical frameworks, historical trends and empirical findings in sociology to articulate how sociological principles connect and explain societal and individual behavior;

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2. Scientific Inquiry and Critical Thinking: Students should demon­strate an empirical understanding for how science has constructed an understanding that allows for the expansion of problem-solving and reasoning to be applied to sociological phenomenon and behavior by groups and individuals;

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3. Ethical and Social Responsibility in a Diverse World: Students should gain an understanding of the formal regulation that govern professional ethics in sociology and be able to apply these to have a larger impact of their social responsibility in creating a more accept­ing diverse and multicultural world; and

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4. Communication: Students should have the skill to conduct their own scientific inquiries that allow them to build a scientific argument incor­porating sociological concepts and theories with clarity and accuracy.

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Degree Specifics

1. A minimum of 60 semester credits in courses numbered 1000 or above.

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2. A minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 in courses numbered 1000 or above at ARCC.

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3. Some students may need preparatory courses in the areas of English, mathematics or reading. Courses numbered below 1000 will not apply toward this degree.

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4. Satisfy residency requirements.

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5. A minimum grade of C must be earned in all program requirements.

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6. Completion of specific degree requirements.

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7. Each state university has specific program requirements for completion. Please speak with your advisor about requirements at receiving institutions.

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8. To complete your program, please submit the appropriate application found here.

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9. The requirements of this program are subject to change without notice.

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Minnesota State Universities -Designated Degrees

1. Bemidji State University: Sociology BA

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2. Metropolitan State University: Social Science BA

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3. Minnesota State University, Mankato: Sociology BS

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4. Minnesota State University, Moorhead: Sociology BA

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5. Southwest Minnesota State University: Sociology BA

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6. Winona State University: Sociology BA

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Pathway Plan

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