This cluster offers students an interdisciplinary foundation in sociology, psychology, and math, 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 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.
MATH 51: Calculus I (4 Units)
This course is intended for STEM majors. An introduction to differential and integral calculus of functions of one variable, with applications and an introduction to transcendental functions. Prior to Fall 2025, this course was offered as Math 1A.
Meeting Schedule
- SOCIOL 1: MWF 10-11 AM; Discussion MW 12-1 PM
- PSYCH 1: F 12-2 PM; Discussion W 1-2 PM
- MATH 51: TR 8-9:30 AM; Discussion TR 9:30-11 AM
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 |
| MATH 51 |
Astrophysics |
Atmospheric Science^ Environmental Earth Science^* Geology^ Marine Science^* Planetary Science^ Integrative Biology^* Molecular & Cell Biology^* |
* = one of several classes that can satisfy requirement
+ = recommended, not required
^ = lower division requirement, not required for declaration
