Bachelor's in Sociology

Situated in Regina, Canada, the University of Regina is known for its commitment to experiential learning and academic excellence. The university offers a diverse range of programs in arts, sciences, business, engineering, and more. With a strong emphasis on student engagement and community involvement, the University of Regina provides a supportive environment for students to thrive academically and personally.

Why do people stop at red lights even when no one is around? Why do people often act "against their interests?" And why is society getting more unequal yet it’s more accepting of diversity? Do you think about how society affects your life and how you might make things better? Find out with a sociology degree. A sociology degree from the University of Regina is for you, if you are interested in: Social life Social problems Social change Social causes and consequences of human action Study the pressing issues of our time. Develop an understanding of society and its problems by studying the intersection of topics like these: Power Inequality Class Gender Race Indigeneity Communities Crime Environment Development Agriculture and food systems Education Sports Health The media U of R sociology professors focus on current issues. Engage with them in tough and controversial debates. Assist professors with their pressing research work, which is tied to key issues — social problems, social conflict and change. Become a better, more well-informed and involved citizen. Prepare for a wide range of sociology job opportunities. Many of our sociology majors take part in U of R's Arts Co-operative Education Program, Arts Internship Program — as well as Undergraduate Teaching Fellowships — with work placements in businesses, government or community development organizations. Recent sociology co-op and internship placements include: Planning, Performance and Policy branch of the Saskatchewan Ministry of Central Services SaskEnergy Government of Saskatchewan Regina Intersectoral Partnership SOFIA House women’s shelter STOPS to Violence UR Pride What is Sociology? With a sociology degree, develop skillsets employers need from the next generation of professionals: Analytical thinking Problem-solving Quantitative and qualitative research Effective writing Interpersonal relationships and communication Creativity and innovation Former University of Regina sociology students now work as policy analysts and researchers in public service, trade unions and non-governmental organizations. Sociology degree graduates seek many career options in roles such as these: Researcher Public policy analyst (health, housing, agriculture and more) Consultant Public relations specialist Labour relations officer International aid and development worker Non-profit program coordinator Program manager Social and community service manager Urban and regional planner Data analyst