SO 387: Sociological Theory

Class Program
Credits 4.0
This course focuses on understanding theories and concepts of sociological theory from Comte to the present. We will investigate the historical context in which Sociology developed, as well as how contemporary theory has built upon classical theory and how they all offer insight into social issues. Students will be asked to not only understand the theories themselves but to engage in critiques of them as well as application of them to real-world issues
Prerequisites
SO 101, one 300-level SO course and junior standing