The Department of Sociology offers undergraduate students a unique opportunity to take the upper division course, Soc 188A – Careers in Sociology. This course provides an important applied learning link between sociological theory and practice.
It is designed to help Sociology students expand awareness of their interests, needs and skills to make deliberate career choices. Through interactive lessons and guest lectures, the course provides students with an opportunity to learn about the many components that go into making effective career decisions and the diversity of career options available to UCLA Sociology majors. Students have found this course to be valuable, but don’t just take our word for it!
For a list of common careers that Sociology majors pursue, please review the informational handout.
Quotes from previous Sociology 131 students:
“This course was so helpful for someone who was undecided about what to do after graduating.”
“This should be a required class…most valuable course by far.”
“As a graduating senior, I am so lucky to have had this opportunity”
“Interacting with the various alumni was great. I really enjoyed learning from people who have gone on to do great things with their Sociology BA.”
“It was very nice to have a real time experience and hear from so many amazing, personable, honest, and professional people. Hearing from them gave me a lot of clarity.”
“I thoroughly enjoyed all of the guest speakers and panels that the course offered. I found them to be extremely helpful in giving me insight on certain career paths.”
“It helped me a lot in making decisions on my career plans, and inspired me to quickly get into action.”
“Loved the course…it was very valuable and I learned many opportunities I didn’t even know were available for me at UCLA.”
Class sessions have included alumni guest speakers and panels from the following companies: Los Angeles Lakers, VF Corporation, California Community Foundation, Showtime Networks, and HBO. In addition, students have had the opportunity to meet one-on-one with recruiters from companies such as, Teach for America, Northwestern Mutual, City Year, UCLA Health, and more.
