Bachelor in Sociology

Sociology examines how societies are organized, how social institutions function, and how individuals and groups interact within broader social structures. Coursework typically covers classical and contemporary sociological theory, research methods, statistics, social stratification, urban sociology, and topics such as family, gender, and migration. Students learn to analyze social phenomena using both qualitative and quantitative methods, and to critically evaluate how factors like class, ethnicity, and institutions shape everyday life. The discipline draws connections to political science, economics, and anthropology, offering a broad lens for understanding social change and inequality. Graduates pursue careers in research, public policy, social services, nonprofit and NGO work, human resources, and journalism, or continue into graduate study in sociology or related social sciences. The analytical and research skills developed in the program are widely applicable across sectors that deal with social data and community issues. This bachelor's program is taught in English over a duration of 4 years at Istanbul Bilgi University in İstanbul, Turkey. English-medium instruction supports engagement with international sociological literature and comparative case studies. Over the 4-year sequence, students move from foundational theory and methods courses toward more focused study of specific social issues and research projects.