Sociology students conduct research and analyze data, develop a global perspective, learn to think and write critically, become stewards of social justice, and prepare for graduate and professional degrees. Graduates are able to employ traditional sociological knowledge by developing solutions for today’s real-world problems.
As a broad behavioral science, Sociology students generally find work in a wide variety of careers. Radford students have gone particularly into research positions, social services positions, and human relations positions.
Students have the opportunity to work in our affiliated Center for Social and Cultural Research (CSCR), do independent research projects under faculty supervision, work together with faculty on research projects, and join the Sociology Club.
50 Sociology majors
50
Sociology majors
80 Sociology minors
80
Sociology minors
Smaller major sizes make an atmosphere of familiarity with faculty and students
Smaller major sizes
make an atmosphere of familiarity with faculty and students
We have students occasionally study abroad, and students regularly do independent research projects under faculty supervision. One recent example—in spring 2023 one student did a capstone research project on British pubs in London.
“Sociology is the most useful and versatile major a student can pick. The knowledge and skills you gain from studying Sociology are applicable to many fields and disciplines.”
Amanda Burroughs ’19
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