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Bachelor of Sociology

University of Alberta

Edmonton, Canada
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology is a four-year on-campus degree at North Central College in Naperville, Illinois.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Develop subject knowledge in Sociology and critically examine social or theoretical evidence
Assess competing perspectives
And construct reasoned arguments.

Career outcomes

Urban planner
Social service provider
Public health worker
Community liaison
Journalist
Educator
Admission counselor
Public relations
Juvenile counselor
Police officer

Curriculum

Courses on crime
Law and society
The criminal justice system
Policing and corrections
Health
Illness and care
Gender
Race and ethnicity
Life changes and choices
And Chicago encounters.

Entry requirements

Academic

Grade 12 or equivalent with five specific subjects including English 30-1 or equivalent
Minimum 70% average over the five required subjects (competitive averages are higher by programme)
Programme prerequisites
English proficiency (IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 90
Duolingo 120 or equivalent) unless exempt.

Accepted academic background

High school completion with five specific Grade 12 subjects (always including English 30-1 or equivalent, Subjects vary by programme and province or curriculum), Year One Foundation Program for those who do not yet qualify, Post-secondary transfer applicants have separate requirements.

Documents you’ll need

Secondary School Academic Transcripts
English Proficiency Results if required.

How to apply

Check the programme entry requirements and available intake. Complete the university application and provide the academic documents and language evidence requested for admission. Pay an application fee if applicable. Review the admission decision
Accept the offer and arrange visa documents where necessary.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$41,390 CAD
Application fee	$150 CAD
Deposit	$8,300 CAD

Program details

Campus	Edmonton North Campus
Faculty or school	Faculty of Arts
Department	Sociology
Teaching language	English
Credit value	120
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3
Scholarship note	Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
1 Mar 2027
107 days left

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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.