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Sociology

Study human society and our social world. Sociologists explore contemporary issues like gender, social media, crime, environmentalism and social inequality. Our students develop strong analytical and communication skills through research activities, experiential learning and in-class discussion groups.

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Study sociology at UVic

From small class sizes to hands-on and international learning, learn why you should study sociology at UVic.

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Sharp rise in temporary foreign workers in Canadian logging

August 14, 2024

Temporary foreign worker (TFW) permit holders are on the rise in Canada’s forestry industry, thanks to the federal government's relaxed policies for employers looking to obtain migrant...

Above and Beyond Awards 2024

April 23, 2024

Congratulations to all of our Above and Beyond Award recipients for Spring 2024!

Above and Beyond Awards Fall 2023

November 23, 2023

Congratulations to the recipients on receiving this award, and thank you so much for all of the ways in which you have gone above and beyond in your contributions at UVic!

New publications from faculty members

September 22, 2023

Check out two recent publications from faculty members Tamara Humphrey and Anelyse Weiler.   Tamara and co-author's article is published in Deviant Behavior: The Road to Desistance: The...

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We acknowledge and respect the Lək̓ʷəŋən (Songhees and Xʷsepsəm/Esquimalt) Peoples on whose territory the university stands, and the Lək̓ʷəŋən and W̱SÁNEĆ Peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

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