Undergraduate Programs | Sociology | University of British Columbia

Department of Sociology

Faculty of Arts

Examine processes of social and cultural life in human societies past and present in the undergraduate programs at UBC Sociology.

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Study topics such as inequality, gender and sexuality, race and ethnicity, law and criminal activity, immigration, families, and more.

Gain hands-on experience through various opportunities and assistantships, and by participating in our student association.

Make informed and thoughtful decisions about your academic path with the help of Arts Advising.

Our faculty members are award-winning instructors and researchers with a passion for teaching and investigation.

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Sociology Programs

Learn more about our major, honours and minor program options.

Sociology Programs

Learn more about our major, honours and minor program options.

Sociology Programs

Learn more about our major, honours and minor program options.

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