The field of sociology and social work is the study of the causes and consequences of human behavior within social settings. All human behavior is social; therefore, the subject matter of this option includes the family, gangs, religious cults, medical systems, and inequalities based upon the divisions of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual preference, and social class. After students complete the B.S. program in Sociology/Social Work, they are qualified to apply for graduate degrees (e.g., M.A., M.S.W., and/or Ph.D.) in social work or sociology.

An NYIT degree is your passport to an exciting future in an in-demand field. Possible career opportunities for graduates with this degree include: Caseworker Customer Service Human Resources Specialist Mental Health Counselor Social Worker Substance Abuse Counselor