Sociology is the study of social life, social institutions and social change
Understand how people's lives are shaped by wider social forces
The Minor and Second Major in Sociology are designed for students who want to complement their primary discipline with a deeper understanding of society. They are especially suitable for students who are curious about social issues, human behaviour, inequality, diversity and the changing social landscape in Singapore and beyond.
Career Prospects
The Minor and Second Major in Sociology equip students with skills that are valuable across many sectors. Students learn to analyse social issues, interpret evidence, understand diverse groups, evaluate social patterns, and communicate complex ideas clearly. These are transferable skills that can strengthen students’ employability in both people-facing and research-oriented roles.
Strong understanding of social institutions, inequality, culture and social change
Ability to analyse social issues from multiple perspectives
Sensitivity to diversity, social inclusion and cross-cultural understanding
Critical thinking, evidence-based reasoning and communication skills
Research literacy and, especially for Second Major students, stronger training in research design, quantitative analysis and qualitative analysis
These skills are relevant to careers in public service, policy research, social and community services, education, healthcare, ageing services, media, communications, human resources, market research, user research, corporate social responsibility, and diversity and inclusion work.
Students who complete the Second Major in Sociology will be especially well-placed for roles that require stronger social research and analytical skills. The Second Major in Sociology may also provide a useful foundation for postgraduate study in sociology, social sciences, public policy, social work, education, urban studies, development studies, or related fields.
