Introduction to Sociology

3 units

Sociology is the study of social life, or more specifically the study of society and human cultures. It is distinguished from other social sciences, such as psychology, by its exploration of social life and consequent human interaction within the context of groups and institutions. Sociology begins with the broader society as its starting point and works its way down to the individual. This course introduces the student to the methods and frameworks developed and used by sociologists to engage in the above-mentioned endeavors. It also provides the student with a more informed understanding of the world around them and their place in it.