The BA in Sociology at Western Washington University offers you a comprehensive understanding of the social forces that shape individual lives and collective experiences. You will explore critical topics such as crime and justice, family dynamics, social inequality, and global societal structures, developing an aptitude for critical thinking and analytical reasoning. This degree is ideal for students who are curious about human behaviour and the complex social contexts that influence it, preparing you to engage thoughtfully with contemporary social issues.
This full-time, on-campus undergraduate degree is studied over four years, guiding you through core sociological theory, research methods, and statistical analysis. You will build your expertise through a range of electives and culminate your studies with a 400-level capstone course, applying your sociological lens to real-world problems. You will graduate with strong writing and quantitative skills, ready for diverse career paths in social services, criminal justice, education, or further academic pursuits.