Student Learning Outcomes

Master of Arts in Sociology


 1) Demonstrate responsible ethnical and professional conduct related to sociological research and in professional life.

2) Demonstrate advanced writing skills reflective of sociological styles (e.g. research papers, literature reviews, research proposal, or program evaluations) at the graduate level.

3) Demonstrate skills designed to contribute to the development of their discipline or profession at the economic, social, and civic policy levels.

4) Demonstrate an ability to perform independently, both intellectually and professionally, within sociology at a graduate level.

5) Demonstrate an ability to express advanced ideas orally at a graduate level.

6) Engage in research, scholarly or creative activity within sociology or make meaningful contributions to field of sociology at a graduate level.