Description
The Bachelor’s Degree in Sociology at the University of the Aegean provides comprehensive education in the study of society, social relations, and contemporary social transformations, combining theoretical and empirical approaches to sociology with an emphasis on issues such as social inequalities, social policy, gender, migration, and social movements, while also giving particular importance to qualitative and quantitative research methods, critical thinking, and the connection between theory and social reality, aiming to equip students with a strong academic and research background for understanding complex social phenomena at both local and international levels.
Relation to Employment
Graduates of the Department of Sociology may work in education, social research, local government organizations, NGOs, social policy institutions, cultural organizations, and social support services in both the public and private sectors. They also possess a strong academic background for postgraduate and doctoral studies in the social sciences.
Access Requirements / Progression Opportunities
Admission to the program requires a Secondary School Leaving Certificate (High School Diploma) and successful participation in national-level examinations or qualifying entrance examinations.
Knowledge
Graduates of the Department of Sociology acquire knowledge in sociological theory, social policy, political sociology, sociology of education, gender, labor, and culture. They become familiar with the study of social inequalities, migration flows, social movements, and contemporary social transformations. In addition, they develop an understanding of qualitative and quantitative methods of social research and social data analysis.
Skills
Graduates acquire skills in social analysis, scientific research, and the processing of social data using qualitative and quantitative methods. They develop critical thinking, communication, and scientific documentation skills, as well as abilities in the use of new technologies and social research tools. Furthermore, they cultivate collaboration skills and the ability to manage social and cultural issues in contemporary multicultural environments.
Competences
Graduates develop abilities in critically approaching and interdisciplinarily analyzing social phenomena and social change. They are able to design and conduct social research, evaluate social policies, and approach complex social issues using scientific methodology. Furthermore, they can participate in research, social, and educational projects with social and intercultural orientation.