The doctoral degree program in sociology is designed to give the student a general background in sociological theory and methodology, as well as training in a major substantive area of the discipline.
While there is no language requirement, where acquaintance with a foreign language is necessary for advancing the special interest of the student, the student, in consultation with the guidance committee, may decide upon the study of a foreign language appropriate to their research and career development.
In addition to meeting the requirements of the university and of the College of Social Science, students must meet the requirements specified below.
Requirements for the Doctor of Philosophy Degree in Sociology
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All of the following courses (15 credits): |
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SOC |
815 |
Classical Sociological Theory |
3 |
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SOC |
816 |
Contemporary Sociological Theory |
3 |
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SOC |
881 |
Analysis of Social Data I |
3 |
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SOC |
882 |
Analysis of Social Data II |
3 |
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SOC |
885 |
Methods of Sociological Inquiry |
3 |
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Two of the following courses (6 credits): |
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SOC |
883 |
Multi-Equation Quantitative Models |
3 |
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SOC |
884 |
Applied Longitudinal Data Analysis |
3 |
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SOC |
985 |
Qualitative Field Research |
3 |
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SOC |
986 |
Survey Research Principles |
3 |
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SOC |
989 |
Topics in Sociological Methodology |
3 |
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Complete 15 credits from 5 additional courses approved by the student’s guidance committee. |
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Complete 24 credits of Sociology 999 Doctoral Dissertation Research. |
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Successful completion of the departmental Graduate Teaching Assistant workshop. |
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Successful completion of the departmental Professional Development Workshop series. |
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Successful completion and presentation of a qualifying paper. |
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Successful completion of the comprehensive examination. |
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Successful defense of the dissertation proposal. |
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Successful defense of the dissertation. |
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