Bachelor of Arts, Major in Sociology

at Concordia University of Edmonton Canada

Bachelor of Management - Data Management is a comprehensive four yearlong undergraduate program wherein management students are educated about the development and execution of the entire process of managing information. Concordia University is the only education institution in Alberta that offers this program. The bachelor's degree curriculum primarily covers advanced study of business, accounting, information technology, math and systems design for data management. Various other subjects include Statistics, Global technology, Business law, Marketing research and systems as well as Management principles.

This program is headed by a team of trained professionals in the field of management who can guide students in the right direction and clarify their concepts. This program is a response to feedback from the business community that students graduating in Management need to have an understanding and working knowledge of large data sets, how to analyze the data and make business related decisions.  

Environmental Science is the study of interactions within ecosystems, both terrestrial and aquatic. As the world changes, scientists in this field are paramount to proactively assessing the implications and mitigating risks to the fauna and flora inhabiting those environments.
In studying Environmental Science, you will partake in discourse around the nature and characteristics of the major environmental issues prevalent in such environments. The focus of learning in this topic is to concentrate on what causes these problems, and develop the resourcefulness to propose solutions.

Several of Environmental Science courses are offered in alternating years. The Environmental Science Course Rotation shows which courses are offered each year and which are offered every other year.

Concordia University provides a diploma in Music which spans for four years. This program offers students a wholesome and creative environment to nurture their potential. This program is a unified whole of theoretical, historical as well as performance studies. Students are taught a number of instruments such as piano, voice, guitar, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion and composition. Students get to study a number of courses such as choral, vocal, orchestral, band, and keyboard music and music lessons in voice and all instruments.

Concordia University has an expert faculty and professional music teachers who guide students at every step of the way during the course. In addition, courses in conducting, arranging, music pedagogy, church music, composition, music history, music theory and music therapy are available. Graduate from this program work in music-related fields, including music therapy, recording and arts administration. 

Sociology is a subject that studies intricate details about the fabric of the society and human role in the society. Concordia University offers its students a 3 year Bachelor’s Degree program in sociology covering a wide multitude of topics such as family, religion, deviance, gender, education, identity, environment, different types of methodologies, relationships between human beings and animals.

For someone who wishes to build a career in social services and social work, this program is ideal. Sociology can be referred to as the science of the society and thus helps an individual gain an insight into the multicultural world. This course deals with multiple aspects of society and research about various social institutions such as religion, education, governance, health-care, family, and law. This course also prepares students to further delve into academics or work as a teacher. Students can enroll themselves in B.Ed. program after the degree finishes if they wish to get into teaching. 

The Bachelor of Arts in Political Economy is a three year long under graduate program offered by Concordia University that helps students to understand and analyze the major domestic and international challenges facing Canada and the world. . This course aims at providing students an enhanced insight about areas like law, government, environment, human rights, social justice issues, economic and community development, international issues, and social media. The said course helps students develop multiple skills such as oral and written communication, research & analysis, cultural sensitivity as well as social awareness.

Any student who is interested in politics and international affair must have a look at the curriculum of this program. Concordia University of Edmonton’s 3-year Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Economy is a general liberal arts degree. You will complete the 3-year degree to prepare for the job market or to move on to earn another degree or diploma in a related field such as business, education, government, journalism, or law.

Concordia University offers an undergraduate degree program in philosophy that spans for a total of four years. Philosophy deals with the study and analysis of multiple aspects and problems about existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind and language. This course centres on developing the linguistic skills, critical thinking ability, a better understanding of the subject and a solid point of view.

This program helps students understand about meaningful human interactions and relationships, the functioning of the society and the cultural crossroads of the society. This program raises questions about concepts such as happiness, love, family, work, justice, truth, beauty, and progress. Ethics is also an important aspect of philosophy and students are educated about it as well. CBU’s Philosophy program develops meaningful skills in researching, observation, interviewing, critical thinking, and cross-cultural understanding. This program helps students to seek employment in multiple fields such as academics, property development, social work, advertising, marketing and so on. 

History is the careful organization of the past and is a very important part of our existence. At Concordia University, students are given the opportunity of taking up an undergraduate three year program in the field of history. Concordia University is home to an extraordinary department of history which helps students to get an all-round, informed approach to the past with guidance by great academics at every step. The program covers African, American, Canadian and European history, as well as special topic courses related to the history of genocide, totalitarianism, science and technology.

Students are provided with state of the art facilities and great faculty as well as the option of a co-operative education program that helps students work while studying. CU provides it students a comprehensive internship program at places of historical importance. Students also have the opportunity of participating in exchange programs all around the world in countries such as England, Scotland, France and many more. By means of this program, students can work out a large number of career options such as journalism, public history, law, teaching, historians, heritage preservation and promotion as well as archival work. 

Concordia University offers students a four year Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology where a student studies multiple subjects such as English, Sociology, Psychology and a multiple other subjects pertaining to general knowledge and education. The aforementioned course offers training in the field of academic and applied psychology as well as a number of other counseling courses. 

The faculty at Concordia University is focused on teaching the students the practical skills and knowledge required in the field of psychology and also helps them to be successful while taking up a post graduate education. Concordia University has state of the art facilities for the students who wish to do research and practical work. 

 During the Degree students have the option of gaining practical experience and therefore are well prepared for the working environment. Students have the opportunity to build a profession in field such as community development, law, counseling, research, industrial psychology, behavioral psychology, clinical psychology and multiple others. Associated careers and further areas of study include, but are not limited to, education, forensics, law, medicine, nursing, and social work.

The practice of environmental public health is critical to the wellness of communities. Concordia University of Edmonton’s Graduate Diploma in Environmental Public Health Practice explores all aspects of the natural and built environment that can influence human health and disease. You will explore the diversity of the field including food and drinking water safety, waste management, air and soil quality, communicable disease control, emergency response and occupational health.

Religious Studies takes a deeper look at the human condition, examines the meaning of life through the lens of various eras and cultures, and works to understand how religion has essentially transformed societies from multifaceted angles.

At Concordia University of Edmonton, you will have the opportunity to study both Christianity and other world religions. The study of religion develops a student’s research ability, critical thinking, and both written and communication skills, and also provides an interdisciplinary foundation related to other disciplines.

You can choose from a 3-year concentration or 4-year major.

When you come to Concordia University of Edmonton, you will master the skills, garner the knowledge, and create the connections you need to secure a job, discover the world, and build your future.

Associated careers include, but are not limited to, humanitarian and church related work, education, non-profit, journalism, fine arts, law, and politics.