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Sociology Minor

Catalog Year 2026-2027

Sociology examines patterns of human social behavior to understand real-world social issues and promote social change. Students in the sociology minor develop a sociological lens that will allow them to engage critically in their communities as informed global and local citizens. The minor also prepares students with critical analysis, data management, and research skills that will prepare them to excel in careers in a variety of fields including human services, government, business, education, nonprofit organizations, and social action organizations.

Program Requirements

Core

Choose 4 Credit(s).

Overview of the structure and processes of social life; impact of social forces on individuals and groups; interdependence of society and the individual; social significance of social class, race, ethnicity, gender, and sexuality; emphasis on critical analysis of social inequalities and injustice.

Prerequisites:
none
Goal Areas:
GE-05, GE-08
Diverse Cultures:
Purple

A critical description and analysis of selected social problems, as well as the social problems process through which problems are socially constructed and defined. A social constructionist approach examines how people and social systems define and react to social problems. Emphasis on the sociological perspective, critical thinking, roots of social inequality, and exploration of solutions and alternatives to existing social problems.

Prerequisites:
none
Goal Areas:
GE-05, GE-7B
Diverse Cultures:
Purple

Unrestricted Electives

Choose 16 Credit(s). * At least 8 credits must be at the 300-400 level.

Prerequisites:
none

Degree
Minor

Total Credits
20

Locations
Mankato

Career Cluster
Human Services

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