Sociology Department's Revised Major and Concentration Requirements

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If you are a recently declared sociology major or concentrator, or are considering a major or concentration in sociology, please be aware that as of September 2009 the requirements for the major and concentration have changed as follows.

If you have any questions please contact Prof. Priscilla Ferguson, Director of Undergraduate Studies, Department of Sociology.

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THE MAJOR IN SOCIOLOGY 36 points

Required: 3 courses, 10 points

• 1000 The Social World
• 3000 Social Theory
• 3010 Methods for Social Research (4 points)

Electives: 26 points in the Department of Sociology, to include 3 seminars

• (these may include the 2 semester Senior Honors seminars)

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THE CONCENTRATION IN SOCIOLOGY 26 points

Required: 3 courses, 10 points

• 1000 The Social World
• 3000 Social Theory
• 3010 Methods for Social Research (4 points)

Electives: 16 points: 5 courses in the Department of Sociology, to include 1 seminar

The Earth Institute @ Columbia University

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Special Concentration in Sustainable Development
Undergraduate Discussion Panel

Attention Undergraduates! Are you interested in the new Special Concentration in Sustainable Development but unsure of how to apply this type of specialization? Would you like to learn more about the research and career opportunities in this field?

If so, the Earth Institute would like to invite you to our undergraduate-centered discussion panel entitled ‘A Future in Sustainable Development’, to be held on Tuesday, November 13th from 6:00 – 7:00 pm. The panel will feature four third-year doctoral students from the PhD program in Sustainable Development; the background and research interests of these students varies tremendously, and attendees will have the opportunity to hear about such topics as climate change and natural catastrophes risk management, the interaction between epidemiology and poverty (e.g. in the case of malaria), political dimensions of health equity and exploring new approaches to the analysis of economic and environmental issues.

This event was specifically designed for undergraduates who are interested in the new special concentration, and will provide an opportunity for students to ask questions about research and career opportunities in sustainable development, and to hear from doctoral students in the only Sustainable Development program of its kind in the world. The PhD students will be a great source of information for those interested in this exciting new field, and we hope that you will consider joining us.

This event will be held on Tuesday, November 13th from 6:00 – 7:00pm in room 1118 of the International Affairs building.

If you have questions or would like to RSVP, please contact Amanda McIntosh at 212-854-8177 or ajm2137@columbia.edu.