29 courses with the subject SOC, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
Explores the challenges students most frequently face in pursuing and achieving a college degree. Students will identify their own perceived challenges, share critical insights to meeting them, and implement their own plan of action to address and overcome such challenges.
The course introduces students to the field of social work and the U.S. social welfare system. Students will explore the profession’s history, values, ethics, and methods while examining how social welfare policies address contemporary social issues. The course also includes overviews of social welfare history, the range of contemporary services and agencies, and professional values, ethics, licensing, and associations
Explores emerging Artificial Intelligence (AI) trends and their social and ethical implications. Analyzes the impact of AI on content generation, creativity, media production, and employment. With a focus on academic and professional integrity, students will develop and apply AI literacy skills in a variety of contexts.
Explores collective human experiences by examining norms, values, and practices of a variety of cultures around the world from the perspectives of the social sciences, including cultural anthropology.
Examines the social institutions such as culture, family, and education that shape and influence the behavior of the individual and groups with emphasis on examining contemporary social problems. Topics explored include: the study of human social life, theories and methods of sociology, and basic sociological concepts.
Provides an overview of the American political system, the ideas that shaped it, and the conflicts that continue to redefine the relationship between people and political power.
Introduces the history and traditions of American policing. Examines the role of the police in advancing justice in a democratic society. Topics include law enforcement operations and strategies, such as profiling, organizational structure, community affairs, police use of force, and various major concerns in public policy.
Introduces the various causes of crime in a free society. This course considers factors such as free will, biology, and other possible causes, such as DNA, nutrition, hormones, and subcultures of violence. Justice Studies Electives- 6 Credits LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCE CORE COURSES
Explores the basic principles of psychology and their direct application to individuals’ thoughts and behaviors and awareness of their own everyday existence. Topics explored include human development, personality, cognitive process, motivation, emotion, adjustment, perception, and psychological disorder and treatment. Humanities Elective - 3 Credits Social Science Elective - 3 Credits Free Elective - 3 Credits 143
Focuses on criminal victimization of women, men, children, the elderly, minorities, immigrants, and LGBTQ populations. The nature of the victimization process, the relationship between victims and offenders, and the criminal justice system will be explored. Various practical applications and policies will also be covered.
Students will develop the interpersonal skills known to be key ingredients for successful everyday interactions with a focus on the challenges of workplace relationships involving coworkers, supervisors, and customers/clients. Some major skill areas covered in the course include making a good impression with your employer, managing conflict with difficult coworkers, working on a team with diverse groups of people, providing exceptional service for customers/clients, and managing on-the-job stressors. Liberal Arts Electives - 6 Credits Humanities Elective - 3 Credits Mathematics/Science Elective - 3 Credits English Elective - 3 Credits Social Science Elective - 3 Credits 120 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION *12 credits of Liberal Arts Electives must be at the 3000/4000 level. 41
Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming decision-making throughout society. For example, these changes in the justice system raise questions about fairness, accountability, and civil liberties. This course offers students the opportunity to explore real-world applications of AI in areas such as policing, sentencing, surveillance, and risk assessment. Through case studies and legal controversies, students will develop ethical reasoning, critical thinking, and digital literacy skills to evaluate the impact of AI on individuals, institutions, and public trust.
Involves readings and discussions, at an introductory level, organized around selected topics in the social sciences. Topics will vary each semester. 470
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Examines the institution of marriage and the family throughout history and across cultures with an emphasis on the contemporary family. Topics such as the 330
Introduces the various cultural influences on communication. Emphasizes the obstacles and portals to effective communication. Students study the communication styles of different cultural groups and learn to apply cultural perspectives to their daily interactions in business and in their private lives. English Elective - 3 Credits Humanities Elective - 3 Credits Mathematics/Science Elective - 3 Credits Science Elective - 3 Credits Liberal Arts Electives** - 18 Credits Free Electives (12 Credits) - If a Major Concentration Option is not selected. #**15 credits of Liberal Arts Electives must be at the 3000/4000 level. 120 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION 289
Examines the intersection of drugs, crime, and the criminal justice system in the U.S. society from a historical and contemporary perspective. This course also reviews and analyzes local, state, national, and international drug control policies. Topics will include the war on drugs, draconian drug laws, decriminalization and legalization of cannabis, the opioid crisis, prevention, treatment, and more.
Explores relationships between race, gender, and class. This course examines reality in the determination of socioeconomic mobility and analyzes the perceived role of race and gender in American society. 471
120 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION *9 credits of Major Concentration courses must be at the 3000/4000 level. **15 credits of Liberal Arts Electives must be at the 3000/4000 level. Eligibility for some internships required to obtain a Berkeley College degree and employment opportunities in fields related to this program may require candidates to meet specific health requirements or pass criminal background checks prescribed by law. Applicants for whom such requirements may be matters of concern are strongly advised to contact an Admissions counselor prior to enrolling in this program. Note that law enforcement jobs typically require the candidate to be physically and mentally fit and have a valid driver's license, a clean driving record, no felony criminal record, no domestic violence charges (felony or misdemeanor), no loan/credit card defaults, and the ability to be licensed (via your agency or department) to carry a firearm. A selection 222
Introduces the role and influence of the physical environment on our lives. In this course, students think, experience, research, discuss, and create elements of design. We not only create the environments for which we live, but we are also greatly influenced by them. From an Environmental Psychology perspective, students explore the person-place relationships in a variety of environments such as: the home, retail, office, children’s spaces, and recreational. English Elective- 3 Credits Humanities Elective- 3 Credits Liberal Arts Electives- 6 Credits Mathematics/Science Elective- 3 Credits Science Elective- 3 Credits 120 SEMESTER CREDIT HOURS REQUIRED FOR GRADUATION *12 credits of Liberal Arts Electives must be at the 3000/4000 level. Berkeley College collects and publishes student achievement data specific to BFA Interior Design graduates in connection with an application for special accreditation. This data is separate and apart from the employment rates calculated and disclosed 206
Introduces basic concepts in law and examines functions of law in society, such as resolving disputes and protecting liberties. The course explores the relationship of law to societal values of equality, justice, and order and how law shapes the everyday lives of individuals. Social forces and events are studied for how they bring equitable legal change, including civil rights.
Explores the role of travel and leisure behaviors in the lives of different individuals, social groups, and cultures. Using a psycho-social lens, students will critically examine and evaluate topics such as: functions of leisure and travel activities, leisure and travel perceptions and priorities, and patterns of leisure and travel behaviors. How business policy and decisions are influenced by travel and leisure trends will also be examined.
Examines discrimination in the United States including current legal protections for all protected classes. Explores how positive, inclusive relationships can be developed at both societal and organizational levels. Through exploring bias and inequality constructs, diversity, equity, and inclusion strategies will be developed and applied using interactive scenarios.
Explores major concepts and theories of human development from a lifespan perspective and considers their application to the real world. Students will examine several domains of development, including physical, cognitive, social, and personality, and will consider contemporary research to inform our understanding of human 472
Explores global trends impacting all societies. This course examines major social, economic, and cultural issues confronting nations and affecting the lives and well- being of individuals worldwide. The development and spread of the contemporary world system and capitalist culture are explored, including associated benefits of wealth and technology and problems of inequality and unrest.
Examines the psychology of issues related to the law and legal systems, such as determination of competency and insanity, expert testimony, the social psychology of the courtroom, and credibility of witnesses. Covers a broad array of subtopics such as severe mental illness and criminal behavior, juvenile delinquency, risk assessments, criminal profiling, false confessions, eyewitness testimony, and current trends in corrections and sentencing. Students will review research methods and case studies to enhance their understanding of this discipline.
Provides a broad overview of the various psychological disorders and their etiology. Students gain an understanding of the complex processes involved with classifying, diagnosing, and treating mental illness. Encourages positive attitudes toward people with psychological disorders.
Involves readings and discussions, at an advanced level, organized around selected topics in the social sciences. Topics vary each semester. 473
Source: Berkeley College-New York's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
