Associate of Science Transfer Degree in Sociology

Overview

The Associate of Science Transfer in Sociology (AST–Sociology) degree is designed for students intending to transfer to a sociology or sociology/anthropology program at an Oregon public university. The curriculum includes foundational coursework in sociology and general education requirements that prepare students for upper-division study.

Completion of the AST–Sociology degree also fulfills the statewide Major Transfer Map (MTM) for Sociology and the Oregon Core Transfer Map (CTM), supporting efficient transfer and application of credits toward a bachelor’s degree.

Students planning to pursue a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Sociology or Sociology/Anthropology should follow the Associate of Arts Transfer in Sociology (AAT–Sociology) degree.

Refer to the tabs above for additional information about:

  • Requirements - outlines all courses required for completion of the degree
  • Education Plan - provides a sample term-by-term sequence of courses
  • Career Info - includes information on potential occupations, employment trends, and earnings

Program Requirements

The degree requirements below outline the courses and credit categories required to complete the Sociology AST degree, including sociology core and general education requirements. Expand each section to view eligible courses that may be used to fulfill specific requirements. 

For a suggested term-by-term sequence, refer to the Education Plan tab. 

Sociology Core - choose one (1) Pathway10-12
Sociology Pathway (WOU / PSU / OSU / OU)
Introduction to Sociology
Race Relations in the United States (Cultural Literacy course)
Sociology/Anthropology Pathway (EOU / SOU)
Introduction to Sociology
Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (Cultural Literacy course)
200-Level Anthropology or Sociology course not already taken
Mathematics, 1 course4
Math in Society (or higher, or STAT243Z)
Written Communication, 2 courses8
Composition I
Composition II
or WR227Z
Technical Writing
Oral Communication, 1 course4
Public Speaking
Arts & Letters - 2 courses from AAOT list (including one course that meets Cultural Literacy criteria)8
Natural Sciences, 2 lab science courses AAOT list8-10
Electives to reach 90 applicable degree credits48
Total Credits90

Education Plan

This sample Education Plan illustrates one possible course sequence. Students should consult an advisor to create a personalized plan. 

General education courses (such as math, writing, health, etc.) can be taken during any term, or before starting the program.

Plan of Study Grid
First QuarterCredits
SOC204Z Introduction to Sociology 4
WR121Z Composition I 4
MTH105Z Math in Society (or higher, or STAT243Z) 4
Electives to reach 90 applicable degree credits 4
 Credits16
Second Quarter
Complete one (1) course based on pathway: 3-4
Sociology Pathway (WOU/PSU/OSU/UO)
 
Race Relations in the United States (Cultural Literacy course)  
Sociology/Anthropology Pathway (EOU/SOU)
 
Introduction to Cultural Anthropology (Cultural Literacy course)  
Lab Science course from AAOT list 4-5
Electives to reach 90 applicable degree credits (recommended STAT243Z) 8
 Credits15
Third Quarter
Complete one (1) 200-level SOC or ANTH course based on pathway: 3-4
Sociology Pathway (WOU/PSU/OSU/UO) (choose a course not already completed)
 
Social Change and Institutions  
Social Problems  
Race Relations in the United States (Cultural Literacy course)  
Gender and Society (Cultural Literacy course)  
Sociology of the Family  
Sociology of Aging  
Sociology/Anthropology Pathway (EOU/SOU)
 
Introduction to Biological Anthropology  
Introduction to Archaeology and World Prehistory (Cultural Literacy course)  
Social Change and Institutions  
Social Problems  
Race Relations in the United States (Cultural Literacy course)  
Gender and Society (Cultural Literacy course)  
Sociology of the Family  
Sociology of Aging  
COMM111Z Public Speaking 4
Lab Science course from AAOT list 4-5
Electives to reach 90 applicable degree credits 4
 Credits15
Fourth Quarter
WR122Z
Composition II
or Technical Writing
4
Arts & Letters course from AAOT list (must meet Cultural Literacy criteria if not already completed) 4
Electives to reach 90 applicable degree credits 8
 Credits16
Fifth Quarter
Arts & Letters course from AAOT list (must meet Cultural Literacy criteria if not already completed) 4
Electives to reach 90 applicable degree credits 10
 Credits14
Sixth Quarter
Electives to reach 90 applicable degree credits 14
 Credits14
 Total Credits90

Career Information

Explore potential careers related to this program, including typical job roles, employment trends, and projected growth. This information can help you better understand how your education may align with future career opportunities.

Cultural Literacy course