Department

Sociology

Introduction to Sociology

About the Department

Sociology is the systematic study of human society — its relationships, institutions, cultures and change. The Department of Sociology at Plateau State University, Bokkos equips students to understand and address real social issues: crime and security, health, population, family, work and development. Through rigorous training in social theory, research methods and data analysis, our graduates go on to careers in research, social work, criminology, public policy, development and beyond.

ADMISSION OPTIONS

Program Summary

Admission Requirements

Entry Requirements

Admission is by UTME (four-year programme) or Direct Entry (three-year programme). UTME candidates need at least five SSCE credit passes including English Language, plus an acceptable UTME score. Full subject combinations and Direct Entry details for the B.Sc. Sociology programme will be published by the Department.

A copy of your O’Level result

The result must include a minimum of five credits in the following subjects in not more than two sittings:
 
  1. English Language
  2. Mathematics
  3. Physics
  4. Chemistry
  5. Any other subjects

Please note that submission of Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) results is  not mandatory at this stage. However, upon admission to the university, the provided results will be thoroughly verified for authenticity and compliance with the stated criteria, including JAMB Registration.

Careers

Career Prospects for Sociology Graduates

A degree in Sociology opens doors across the public, private and non-profit sectors. Typical career paths include:

Our People

Meet the Department

Mr. Choji Davou Zakka, Faculty of Social Sciences / Sociology, Plateau State University

Mr. Choji Davou Zakka

Lecturer — Criminology

Nanret Ishaya Tongsor, Faculty of Social Sciences / Sociology, Plateau State University

Nanret Ishaya Tongsor

Lecturer — Sociology

Mr. Ezekiel Gimba Jingbe, Faculty of Social Sciences / Sociology, Plateau State University

Mr. Ezekiel Gimba Jingbe

Lecturer — Health Sociology

Asaju, Kaneng Tina Mrs, Faculty of Social Sciences / Sociology, Plateau State University

Asaju Kaneng Tina

Lecturer — Health Social Work

Emmanuel Madaki, Faculty of Social Sciences / Sociology, Plateau State University

Emmanuel Madaki

Lecturer — Criminology & Security Studies

Dr., Faculty of Social Sciences / Sociology, Plateau State University

Dr. — Sociology

Lecturer — Medical Sociology

Dr., Faculty of Social Sciences / Sociology, Plateau State University

Dr. — Sociology

Lecturer — Demography & Social Statistics

Mr., Faculty of Social Sciences / Sociology, Plateau State University

Mr. — Sociology

Lecturer — Political Sociology

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