Students must complete a minimum of 36 credit hours past the BA Degree. This is made up of 12 hours in required methods and theory courses, 6 hours of thesis or 3-6 hours of internship and 6-9 credits of electives.  We also have a course only option to the degree in lieu of a thesis or internship. If you choose to specialize in medical sociology, at least 12 of the remaining credits must be courses in medical sociology.