Sociology
Program available at all campuses and SE center - view program contacts.
Sociology students participating
in PCC's service-learning program.
Do you like to people watch and try to figure out why people do what they do? Then, you should consider sociology. Sociology is the scientific study of human interaction, with a focus on social groups. Using sociological concepts, theories, and research, we try to understand patterns of social behavior within varying cultures, structures, and institutions. We examine group dynamics, social norms, deviance, systems of inequality, and the causes, consequences, and solutions of different social problems.
In the sociology program, we hope to help students acquire these skills:
- develop their "sociological imagination".
- increase students’ awareness of how social forces affect their lives.
- enable them to critically evaluate sociological processes that occur in the world around them.
These skills are essential in a rapidly changing world. Whether you want a career in medicine, business, social services, community development, or education, sociology provides you with a foundation for understanding how the world works and the role you can play within it.
Sociology & Service-Learning
Many of our courses offer service-learning options. This teaching and learning tool allows students to apply course material to community service activities, with reflection assignments connected back to course learning objectives. Learn more about service-learning at PCC.
Transferable Credits
Although PCC does not offer a degree in sociology, sociology courses are lower division collegiate courses that transfer to a four-year college or university. Sociology courses may transfer as:
- elective credits
- program requirement credits
- and/or graduation requirements for the receiving institution
Students are always encouraged to check with the receiving institution, your PCC academic advisor and the University Transfer website for the most accurate and timely transfer requirement information.
What's Next?
- Apply for admission to PCC.
- Talk with an academic advisor.
- Register for classes.