Bachelor of Arts in Applied Sociology

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Bachelor of Arts in Applied Sociology
Institution
Al Ain University
Location
United Arab Emirates
Total Tuition
$ 41170.87
Intakes
September
Application deadline
July
Application Fee
816
Program Description

Aims to prepare cadres capable of studying and treating contemporary social issues and problems

  1. Understand the concepts, principles, and importance of applied sociology and its historical development.

  2. Use sociological theories to interpret topics related to applied sociology, such as social issues, social change, and the structure of society.

  3. Compare applied sociology theories and use them to understand social issues and phenomena.

  4. Design quantitative and qualitative social research that contributes to building social knowledge, following research ethics and methodologies, while utilizing modern technologies.

  5. Develop oneself professionally by building self-reliance skills and expanding knowledge of sociological concepts and social problems using available scientific and technological resources.

  6. Conduct social research to analyze social problems, interactions, and processes, participate in designing social policies, and actively contribute to the development of society and its values.

  7. Interact positively with individuals and society by developing social awareness toward diverse cultures, enabling professional and responsible work in various social institutions.

UAE High School Certificate with 80% for Scientific Track or 90% for General Track, English proficiency (IELTS 5.0 or TOEFL 500 or EmSAT 1100), pass Mathematics and Sciences exam with 800 or higher

First: General Education Requirements (33 Credit Hours)

(1) Compulsory Courses (27 Credit Hours)

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours Prerequisite
0102120 Computer Skills 3
0201111A Science and Life 3
0401120 English Language I 3
0401121 English Language II 3 0401120
0405100 Arabic Language 3
0406110 Islamic Culture 3
0409103 UAE Studies 3
0501170A Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship 3
0508203A Research Methodology 3

(2) Elective Courses (6 Credit Hours)

Students must complete 3 credit hours from each group:

Group 1: Society and Civilization (3 Credit Hours)

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
0406100 Arabs and Muslims’ Contributions to Science and Literature 3
0408100A Introduction to Psychology 3
0408101A Physical Fitness and Health 3
0409100 Ethical Awareness 3
0409102 Environmental Awareness 3

Group 2: Administrative Skills (3 Credit Hours)

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours
0303100 Law and Society 3
0408103A Thinking Skills 3
0408104A Self-Assessment 3
0501100A Introduction to Time Management 3
0501150A Leadership and Teamwork 3

Second: College Compulsory Requirements (15 Credit Hours)

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours Prerequisite
0408102A Educational Psychology 3 0408100A
0402101A Education in a Diverse Environment 3
0405205A Curriculum and Instruction 3
0405206A Foundations of Education 3
0404200A Educational Technology 3 0102120

Third: Major Requirements (72 Credit Hours)

(1) Compulsory Major Courses (66 Credit Hours)

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours Prerequisite
0409111 Introduction to Applied Sociology 3
0409121 Methodology of Applied Sociology 3 0508203A
0409122 Applied Social Statistics 3 0101120
0409212 Sociological Theory 3 0409111
0409241 Ethics of Applied Sociology 3
0409261 Urban Sociology 3 0409111
0409264 Family Sociology 3 0409212
0409331 Educational Sociology 3
0409332 Environmental Sociology 3 0409111
0409333 Criminology 3 0409111
0409334 Juvenile Delinquency 3 0409333
0409335 Sociology of Work 3 0409212
0409352 Sociology of Development 3 0409212
0409362 Demography 3 0409111 & 0409122
0409363 Drugs and Society 3 0409333
0409465 Social Change 3 0409212
0409466 Social Policy 3 0409352
0409490 Field Training in Applied Sociology 9 ≥105
0409495 Research Seminar in Project Design 3 0409121 & 0409122
0409496 Graduation Research in Applied Sociology 3 0409495

(2) Elective Major Courses (6 Credit Hours)

Course Code Course Title Credit Hours Prerequisite
0408325 Social Psychology 3 0408100A
0409113 Economic Sociology 3 0409111
0409167 Medical Sociology 3 0409111
0409265 Contemporary Social Issues 3 0409111
0409267 Management of Social Institutions 3 0409111
0409336 Tourism Sociology 3 0409111
0409337 Sociology of Law 3 0409111
0409338 Sociological Texts in English 3 0401121
0409369 Social Violence 3 0409111

Free Course: 3 Credit Hours


Program Overview
Study Format
On-campus
Program Level
Bachelor
Language Of Materials
Arabic
Language Of Teaching
Arabic
Mode
Full-time
Duration By Months
48
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Contact Admission
Al Ain University
Phone Number
+97137024888
Email
appliedsociology@aau.ac.ae

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