Minor

There are two options for minoring in sociology. Students may choose to pursue the traditional minor in sociology, as outlined below, or the sociology minor subplan in poverty, inequality, and policy. 

Units and grading

24 units of sociology coursework (or 6 classes, whichever is greater) are required for the sociology minor.  

Grades of "S" or "CR" are allowable. When students take classes for a letter grade, a grade of "C" or better should be earned or the student should obtain a written exception.

Core courses (8-9 units)

Take two core courses

Course one

Choose from: 

  • SOC 1: Introduction to Sociology
  • SOC 170: Classics of Modern Social Theory
Course two

Choose from:

  • SOC 2: Self and Society: Introduction to Social Psychology 
  • SOC 180A: Foundations of Social Research 
  • SOC 180B: Introduction to Data Analysis

Foundation courses (up to 8 units)

Choose at least two foundation courses from two different areas of concentration below.

Organizations, business, and the economy

  • SOC 114
  • SOC 160
  • SOC 162
  • SOC 187

Social movements, comparative politics, and social change

  • SOC 118
  • SOC 119
  • SOC 130
  • SOC 156A
  • SOC 176

Social psychology and interpersonal processes

  • SOC 2
  • SOC 8
  • SOC 120
  • SOC 121
  • SOC 127

Social stratification and inequality

  • SOC 135
  • SOC 140
  • SOC 141
  • SOC 144
  • SOC 149
  • SOC 152
  • SOC 179A

Race, gender, immigration, identity, and policy

  • SOC 142
  • SOC 145
  • SOC 147
  • SOC 150
  • SOC 155 
  • SOC 189

Elective courses (up to 8 units)

Choose two additional sociology courses, preferably in the areas of concentration associated with the foundation courses you will be taking. Courses are listed by area of concentration in the Stanford Bulletin.

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