Sociology and Social Anthropology (BA) at Dalhousie University

Explore how people, cultures, and societies shape the world around us while building research and analytical skills that prepare you for careers across many sectors. Why do communities change? How do culture, identity, inequality, and social systems influence people's lives? In Sociology and Social Anthropology, you'll explore these questions while learning how to understand and address real-world challenges.

Faculty: Arts and Social Sciences  |  Department: Department of Sociology and Social Anthropology  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September and January  |  Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

What you will study

You'll learn how to investigate social issues, understand cultural diversity, conduct research, analyze evidence, and communicate findings effectively. Along the way, you'll develop a deeper understanding of how people, institutions, and communities shape society.

Career pathways

Graduates develop strong research, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills that are valued by employers in government, non-profit organizations, education, research, community development, and the private sector. Organizations rely on social scientists to understand people, communities, and social trends.

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