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IECC Transfer Pathway
Sociology
Want to understand people, groups, and the forces that shape society? The Sociology transfer pathway at IECC leads to the Associate in Science and Arts degree and prepares you to transfer to a four-year university for a bachelor's degree in sociology. Explore social problems, families, race and ethnicity, and the way communities work — and graduate ready for careers in human services, community organizing, nonprofit work, research, or human resources. If you want to understand the world and help change it, sociology is your path.
Core coursesTap to collapse
The classes that define this pathway. General education requirements round out your degree and can be planned with your advisor.
| Requirement | Course(s) | Cr. |
|---|---|---|
| Core Course | SOC 1107 — Sociology of Sex & Gender | 3 |
| Core Course | SOC 1108 — Race & Ethnic Relations | 3 |
| Core Course | ANT 2101 — Intro To Anthropology | 3 |
| Core Course | SOC 2103 — Marriage & Family | 3 |
| Core Course | SOC 2102 — Social Problems & Trends | 3 |
| Core Course | ANT 2102 — Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
About this pathway
The Sociology transfer pathway, leading to the Associate in Science and Arts degree, is designed for students who plan to complete foundational coursework at IECC before transferring to a four-year college or university to pursue a bachelor's degree in sociology. The program prepares students to study human society, social institutions, and the patterns of relationships and behaviors that shape communities and cultures. Coursework introduces students to general sociology, social problems, and the broader social sciences, while developing the research, writing, and critical thinking skills essential to the discipline. Topics of study include introduction to sociology, social problems, marriage and family, race and ethnicity, and statistics for the social sciences. Graduates who complete a bachelor's degree will have the potential for employment as case managers, community organizers, social and human service workers, research assistants, human resources specialists, or program coordinators in nonprofit, government, and community organizations, and will be prepared for graduate study in sociology, social work, public administration, and related fields.
At a glance
Here's how the degree breaks down by credit hours. A typical full-time semester is about 12–15 credit hours, so a 64-credit-hour degree usually takes two years of full-time study.
Recommended electives
| Course | Title | Cr. |
|---|---|---|
| GEG 1102 | World Geography | 3 |
| HIS 1121 | World History Since 1500 | 3 |
| LIT 2135 | Women in Literature | 3 |
| SOC 2104 | Death & Dying | 3 |
| SPE 1111 | Interpersonal Communications | 3 |
Program notes
- College Orientation (required): FYE 1198 College Success; FYE 1199 Professional Career Development.
- One Human Diversity HD course must be completed.
- One lab science course must be completed.
Course offerings, prerequisites, and transfer requirements may vary. Meet with an IECC advisor before registering each semester to ensure course selections align with academic goals. Students are responsible for consulting with their intended receiving institution to verify transfer requirements and course applicability.
Ready to take the next step?
Meet with an IECC advisor to map out your transfer plan, choose your courses, and stay on track for your bachelor's degree.
Schedule an Advising Meeting