Learning Outcomes
- Students will recognize and be knowledgeable of the major theories and theoretical approaches of the discipline.
- Students will demonstrate an understanding and ability to use advanced statistical tools, and a range of research methods including but not limited to advanced causal modeling techniques, survey research, experimental methods, qualitative methods.
- PhD students should demonstrate a breadth and depth of knowledge in the student's specialty area.
- Students will become familiar with aspects of the profession not covered in traditional coursework to prepare them for active professional involvement in the discipline.
- Students should develop research skills through regular contact hours of research mentorship and collaborative research experience in the years prior to defense of their dissertation proposal.
- Students should have direct teaching mentorship as a course assistant or class instructor in the years leading to their PhD degree completion.
- Students will have depth and breadth in the discipline (depth contingent on their specialty area) and the necessary research skills to bring a research project to fruition.
- Students will have knowledge of the job market for Sociologists and interviewing skills.