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Deeper Understandings of Societal Problems 

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Deeper Understandings of Societal Problems 

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I feel like from taking sociology it broadens my perspective about issues in society can causes me to think ways that I did not before and I think that this can happen to anyone who takes the class and it can help them navigate the world.

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Sociology helps you understand people better and learn to think about outside factors as to why people may act certain ways rather than blaming it all on that particular person

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-take the issue and how it is impacted by society or how society impacts it
-think about institutions
>education
>corporations
>families
>sports
>location
>media
>govt.
-look at patterns among groups
>teenagers
>sexuality
>social class
>race

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-Sociological Imagination: making a connection between an individual and making that a public issue
-How individual issues are able to benefit society

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Social Order: Identify, analyze, and explain the contribution of social institutions to social order.

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Diversity:  Identify, analyze, and explain the causes and consequences of social inequality across multiple dimensions (e.g, gender, race, SES) and institutions (e.g., family, sports, work).

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Society and the Physical World: Identify, analyze, and explain the relationships between social structure and culture on the one hand, and technological and natural physical systems on the other.

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General Life Skills:  Students will develop skills including civility, punctuality, responsibility, and organization, life-long learning, professionalization.

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Information Literacy: Identify sources of social science research; assess social science research reported in both professional and popular publications; use social science to develop informed judgements about significant social issues.

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Evaluating/Conducting Empirical Research: Identify, assess, explain, and conduct components of social science research including research design, data collection, sampling, and measurement.

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Communication: Clearly communicate sociological concepts, theories, and findings through writing and speaking; follow appropriate norms of small group and classroom discussion interactions by listening actively and responding appropriately.

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Quantitative and Symbolic Reasoning: Understand and apply basic statistics to social issues; interpret and draw appropriate conclusions from social science data presented in tables, charts, and graphs; apply quantitative knowledge to present social science data in various forms (graphs, tables, words).

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Critical Thinking: Define and analyze social problems; identify structural and cultural factors that contribute to social and individual outcomes; analyze the connections between social problems and personal issues.

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UCD Sociology professor Chris Smith wrote this August 2017 blog piece about how Sociology prepares students for a variety of careers.

The 21st century labor market is fast-changing, increasingly global, and technology driven. The skills you need to succeed include creativity, innovation, critical thinking, analytic problem-solving, communication, collaboration, multicultural and global understandings, and expressive and persuasive writing skills. Career advancement in an increasingly diverse global society requires the ability to work cooperatively and effectively with people from different cultures, ethnicities and nationalities.

The good news for sociology majors is that your studies are uniquely suited to help you develop the skills you need for a successful 21st-century career. Sociologists study social life, social change, diverse communities and their interactions, and they use scientific methods to find empirical answers to complex social questions. Studying sociology can help foster your creativity, innovation, critical thinking, analytic problem solving and communication skills.

As a graduate with a sociology degree, you will have a foundation for better understanding and engaging with the globalizing world. You will be equipped with the tools needed to make sense of the shifting social world and contribute solutions to difficult social problems. UC Davis students and alumni should connect with the Internship and Career Center (ICC) to learn more about career options and job opportunities and how to market the skills learned from the sociology major to an employer.

Given the breadth, adaptability and utility of studying sociology, employment opportunities abound for graduates who have an A.B. degree in sociology. You can find a list of organizations/companies where UC Davis alumni who majored in Sociology or Sociology - Organizational Studies have found internships and jobs in the ICC's Majors Database.

The following list of possibilities is only illustrative - many other paths may be open to you and additional education or training may be required. Careers in Sociology, a publication of the American Sociological Association, identifies these employment sectors:

public relations

marketing and sales

consumer research

human resources (personnel management)

insurance

real estate

training

entrepreneurship

media

non-profit agencies

urban planning

childcare

community development

environmental groups

advocacy

family planning

substance abuse education

rehabilitation counseling

hospital admissions

insurance providers

admissions

advising

alumni relations

development

administrative support

law enforcement

investigations

probation and parole administration

criminal justice

judicial affairs

attorney

paralegal

rehabilitation

case management

youth and elderly services

recreation

administration

social work

local, state and federal agencies

elementary

secondary

special education

teaching English as a second language

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UCD Sociology professor Chris Smith wrote this August 2017 blog piece about how Sociology prepares students for a variety of careers. The 21st century labor market is fast-changing, increasingly global, and technology driven. The skills you need to succeed include creativity, innovation, critical thinking, analytic problem-solving, communication, collaboration, multicultural and global understandings, and expressive and persuasive writing skills.

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law enforcement

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probation and parole administration

criminal justice

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paralegal

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substance abuse education

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insurance providers

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consumer research

human resources (personnel management)

insurance

real estate

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entrepreneurship

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Similarities and Differences Between Psych and Socio

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Choosing your undergraduate major is a big decision, one that determines not only what topics you'll be living and breathing for the next several years, but also what career opportunities will likely be most attainable to you upon graduating.

For those interested in the scope of human behavior and experience, a major in sociology* or psychology* is a popular choice. According to the National Center for Education Statistics, in 2015-2016, psychology is the fourth most awarded degree in the US.

If you're considering a career in either psychology or sociology, you might be wondering "which is more interesting?", "which is easier?", or "what jobs can I get?". To answer these questions, it can be helpful to understand exactly what these fields have in common, key aspects of studying each at the undergraduate level, as well as the job outlook and career opportunities connected to each.

Similarities and Differences between Sociology and Psychology

An easy way to begin to understand the difference between sociology and psychology is that sociology deals in both specific social identity groups (example: gender, race or social class), as well as collective society, while psychology focuses on the individual, although this focus also includes group dynamics, such as behaviors in the workplace.

Whichever field you choose, courses in research methods, social identity groups, and behavioral analysis are typical.

A degree in either sociology or psychology can prepare you for a variety of careers.

To dive in deeper, sociology explores the social behavior of identity groups, cultures, organizations, and social institutions. Sociology majors study social theory and social structures, research methods, and social policy. The American Sociology Association suggests that "studying sociology fosters creativity, innovation, critical thinking, analytic problem solving, and communication skills," further noting that "sociology challenges you to see the world through the lens of different cultures and communities."

Your coursework in sociology will likely explore concepts of diversity, social responsibility, human rights, and dignity and respect for others in society.

In contrast, psychology investigates the causes of human behavior at the individual level using observation, measurement, and analysis. Psychologists study the cognitive, emotional, and social means by which individuals relate to one another and to their environments.

Your coursework as a psychology major will focus on the study of human behavior and mental processes based on culture, diversity, and self-development.

Sociology vs. Psychology Careers

A degree in either sociology or psychology can prepare you for a variety of careers. Both emphasize critical thinking and research skills.

A sociology degree will help you to move through an increasingly diverse world, and provide you with problem-solving tools for social problems. Career-wise, you will have a strong foundation from which to explore jobs in areas such as:

Public, Human, or Social Services

Social Research and Analysis

Social Justice-Related Services

Human Resources

Careers with a psychology degree, on the other hand, may include sectors like:

Public Administration

Sales

Criminal Justice

Social Services

10 Skills Gained from Studying Sociology & Psychology

Whichever degree you decide to pursue, you can build a wide range of transferable skills that could aid in your personal and career development. Some of these shared transferable skills that you can learn include:

Critical thinking skills

Problem solving skills

Communication skills

Writing Skills

Data Collection and Research skills

Reasoning Skills

Numeracy Skills

Prioritization Skills

Open-mindedness

Patience

Evidence-based decision-making skills

Sociology or Psychology - What's Right For Me?

A: I'm more fascinated by the human mind.
B: I'm more interested in how society influences people.

A: I'd like to better understand mental illness.
B: I'd like to study race, social class, and gender.

A: I like to work with people one-on-one to help solve their problems.
B: I'd like to help solve the social problems in my community.

A: Child & Adolescent Development sounds like an interesting class to me.
B: I'd rather take a class called "Identity & Social Inequality."

A: It's important to me to understand how individuals impact society.
B: It's important to me to understand how society impacts individuals.

Mostly A's: Congrats! You're likely more interested in a psychology degree
Mostly B's: Congrats! You're likely more interested in a sociology degree

What was your quiz result? Do you think the outcome will influence what degree you decide to pursue?
*Certain degree programs may not be available in all states.

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Choosing your undergraduate major is a big decision, one that determines not only what topics you'll be living and breathing for the next several years, but also what career opportunities will likely be most attainable to you upon graduating. For those interested in the scope of human behavior and experience, a major in sociology* or psychology* is a popular choice.

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Studying why people do things and act the way they do

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How Can Sociology Classes Help Non-Sociology Majors?

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How Can Sociology Classes Help Non-Sociology Majors?

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What Types of Skills Does Sociology Teach?

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