Sociology (BA)

About this programme

Analyze how society shapes individuals, and how individuals shape society, in Wilfrid Laurier University's Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Sociology, by examining contemporary social issues including health, government, crime and community change. This program is ideal for students who are curious about the systems and structures that define our social experience and want to make a difference in society. Apply to the Arts accredited co-op program to gain hands-on work experience and graduate with in-demand skills and knowledge to pursue careers in government, advocacy, education, social services, the non-profit sector and the private sector. Discover what makes this Laurier program unique and how you'll gain real-world experience. Your future professors work hard to make sure your academic experience is current, complete and designed to open doors in your career. Here are a few things you can count on: Here are just a few of our students’ favourite ways to apply their learning in the real world throughout their degree (check out the Experience Guide for even more): Explore a sample weekly schedule to see what your day-to-day might look like in this program. Get a glimpse of what you will study throughout your degree. See what your first-year classes will look like through sample courses and start exploring what your upper academic years can offer. Explore a variety of courses, specializations and pathway options that let you shape your degree around your unique interests and goals. Find out how you can customize your experience and prepare for what’s next.