Sociology, BA

Duration, Loading, Structure and Mode of Delivery
The BA in Sociology programme offers two degree options 3.3.1.1. For those who wish to major/specialize in Sociology and 3.3.2.2. for those combining Sociology with other subjects. The programme is designed for students who wish to specialize in the field of sociology.

It also serves as a preparation for graduate work in several specialized areas such as Social Psychology, Social change and Development, Collective Behaviour, Criminology and Disaster Management.The programme requires a total of twenty nine courses from sociology including a research project. Nineteen of these must be core courses and ten options.

In addition, a student should satisfy the University common courses regulation, where a student is expected to take a total of 18 C.Fs having taken six (6) courses out of ten (10) University common courses. The programme is designed for students who wish to combine Sociology with other disciplines or subjects.

The programme requires a total of nineteen courses from Sociology. Fifteen of these must be core and four options. In addition, students must fulfill the University requirement for common core courses as indicated in the 3.3.1.1. programme above.The course will be taken on full-time basis. The course will be delivered in form of lectures, discussions, and field visits.

Admission Requirements
All candidate admitted to Bachelor of Arts with particular focus on Sociology must satisfy the minimum common entrance requirements of Chuka University which is currently C+

Application Guidelines
Applications should be on official forms available at the University Main Campus at Chuka, Igembe Campus at Ntuene or Keigoi High School, Embu Campus in Embu Town, Chogoria Campus at Nturiri High School, Tharaka Campus at Gatunga High School, OR Website: www.chuka.ac.ke; A Non-refundable fee of KES 3000 for Phd programmes, KES 2,000 for degree and diploma programmes and KES 1000 for certificate courses will equally be deposited.

The following documents should be made available:
– Originals & a copy of all Transcripts, Diplomas or Certificates (All originals, where necessary, will be returned)
– One recent passport size photograph (write your name on reverse side)
– Copy of the National Identity Card or Birth Certificate

NOTE:
– Preferred Campus should be indicated on the application form
– Certified copies of certificates and original fee payment receipt MUST be attached to the application form and returned latest two weeks prior to the commencement dates given for the programmes

Expected Learning Outcomes
On completion of degree in Sociology the learners students should be able to:Apply the acquired knowledge and skills to solve social problems.Demonstrate a critical awareness of current issues in social, economic and political environment. Undertake sociological research in order to inform on Social Policy.

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Tuition fee per year for Kenyan Students = KES. 100,000
Tuition fee per year for International Students = KES 125,000
NOTE:
– The Institute reserves the right to change fees without prior notice. However, fee changes are subject to approval by the Governing Council.
– The University policy obliges students to pay the full amount of fees as required on the first day of reporting before they are registered.