This cluster offers students an interdisciplinary foundation in sociology, psychology, and comparative literature, focusing on human behavior, society, and culture. This cluster prepares students for careers in public health, media, or social welfare by providing a well-rounded perspective on the complexities of human societies. Students will fulfill the L&S breadths Social & Behavioral Sciences, Arts & Literature, and Historical Studies with this cluster.
Course Descriptions
SOCIOL 1: Introduction to Sociology (4 Units)
Introduces students who are considering majoring in sociology to the basic topics, concepts, and principles of the study of society. This course is required for the major; 1 or any version of 3 is prerequisite for other sociology classes; students not considering a sociology major are directed to any version of 3 or 3AC.
PSYCH 1: General Psychology (3 Units)
Introduction to the principal areas, problems, and concepts of psychology. This course is required for the major; students not considering a psychology major are directed to 2.
COMLIT 20C: Episodes in Literary Cultures: Literature & History (4 Units)
An introductory level exploration of the study of literature and history. Examining the literature and historical events of a chosen period (ancient, medieval, renaissance and early modern, modern, contemporary), we will engage in readings of literature, art, and critical texts in order better to understand the imaginative and real worlds of other times and places. Readings and topics to vary from semester to semester.
Meeting Schedule
- SOCIOL 1: MWF 10-11 AM; Discussion MW 2-3 PM
- PSYCH 1: F 12-2 PM; Discussion W 1-2 PM
- COMLIT 20C: MWF 12-1 PM; Discussion F 2-3 PM
Major Prerequisites and L&S Breadth/General Requirements
| Course | Major Prerequisites | Major Lower Division | L&S Breadth/General Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOCIOL 1 | ISF* Legal Studies* Media Studies* Social Welfare* Public Health* Sociology Psychology* |
N/A | Social & Behavioral Sciences |
| PSYCH 1 | Public Health Media Studies Psychology |
Public Health Media Studies Psychology |
Social & Behavioral Sciences |
| COMLIT 20C | Media Studies | Media Studies | Arts & Literature Historical Studies |
* = one of several classes that can satisfy requirement
+ = recommended, not required
^ = lower division requirement, not required for declaration
