The Bachelor of Sociology and Anthropology program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of human societies, cultures, social institutions, and social change. The program emphasizes the study of social behavior, cultural diversity, community development, and social research methods.
Graduates of the program are equipped with analytical, research, and communication skills necessary to understand and address social issues at local, national, and global levels.
The Bachelor of Sociology and Anthropology is a four-year undergraduate degree program with an optional fifth-year Honours degree awarded by merit. The program begins with foundational courses in sociology, anthropology, social theory, and research methods, and progresses to specialized studies in social institutions, cultural anthropology, development studies, social change, and applied social research.
The curriculum integrates theoretical perspectives with practical fieldwork and research experience. Students gain skills in qualitative and quantitative research, social analysis, community engagement, and policy evaluation. Graduates are prepared for careers in social services, development organizations, research institutions, NGOs, government agencies, and further academic study.
Upon successful completion of the Bachelor of Sociology and Anthropology program, graduates will be able to:
Explain key sociological and anthropological concepts and theories.
Analyze social structures, cultural practices, and social change processes.
Apply qualitative and quantitative research methods in social research.
Conduct fieldwork and community-based studies ethically and effectively.
Interpret social data and present findings clearly.
Evaluate social policies and development programs.
Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and ethical responsibility.
Apply sociological and anthropological knowledge to real-world social issues.
Contribute to community development and social transformation initiatives.
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Introduction to Sociology | 3 |
| 2 | Introduction to Anthropology | 3 |
| 3 | Communication Skills | 2 |
| 4 | Introduction to Computer Science | 2 |
| 5 | Basic Mathematics | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: 12
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Social Institutions | 3 |
| 2 | Cultural Anthropology | 3 |
| 3 | Introduction to Economics | 2 |
| 4 | Statistics I | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: 10
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sociological Theory I | 3 |
| 2 | Anthropological Theory I | 3 |
| 3 | Research Methods | 2 |
| 4 | Statistics II | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 11
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sociological Theory II | 3 |
| 2 | Anthropological Theory II | 3 |
| 3 | Social Change and Development | 3 |
| 4 | Population Studies | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: 11
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rural and Urban Sociology | 3 |
| 2 | Applied Anthropology | 3 |
| 3 | Gender Studies | 3 |
| 4 | Social Psychology | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: 11
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Development Anthropology | 3 |
| 2 | Social Research Techniques | 3 |
| 3 | Demography | 3 |
| 4 | Community Development | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: 11
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Social Policy Analysis | 3 |
| 2 | Ethnicity and Identity | 3 |
| 3 | Applied Social Research | 3 |
| 4 | Fieldwork Practice | 2 |
Total Credit Hours: 11
| # | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Research Project / Thesis | 6 |
| 2 | Social Problems | 3 |
| 3 | NGOs and Development | 3 |
Total Credit Hours: 12
Admission to the fifth year is based on academic merit and university regulations.
