Sociology is the study of social life and focuses on the interaction between human groups and institutions and their influences on each other. Sociology ranges from the study of relationships in family units in non-western cultures to the research of large bureaucratic institutions in major industrialized nations. Among the specialties within sociology are race relations, cultural traditions, demography, family relations, social psychology, gerontology, criminology, social welfare, education, social status and social change.

Occupations:
Case Worker
City Manager
Counselor
Demographer
Educator
Gerontologist
Labor Relations Specialist
Lawyer
Personnel Manager
Recreation Worker
Social Worker
Sociologist
Survey Worker
Urban Planner

Related Skills:
~good communication skills
~ability to relate to a diverse background of people
~ability to conduct and explain sociological research
~knowledge and involvement in your community
~good problem solving skills