**Identification Card for the Specialization: Sociology**
**Code:** G.L.F7.S1.10
**Courses:** I 3201, L 1401, L 1501, L 1502, L 1503, L 1803, N 1103, N 1303, O 1201, O 1202, O 1301, O 1401, P 1203, P 1301, P 1401
**Level:** Bachelor’s
**Field:** Humanities and Social Sciences
**Department:** Social Sciences – Sociology
**Specialization:** Sociology
**1. Training Location**
– **College/Institute:** Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
– **Department:** Sociology
– **Accreditation Reference:** Decision No. 850 dated 26 July 2016, regarding the conformity of Bachelor’s programs in the field of “Humanities and Social Sciences” at the University of M’sila.
**2. Other Participants**
– **Partner Institutions:**
– General Directorate of Scientific Research and Technological Development
– University of Bordj Bou Arreridj
– University of Batna1
– University of Khenchela
– University Center of Berriche
– University of Setif2
– University of Constantine2
– University of Bejaia
– **Economic and Social Partners:**
– Electricity Production Company of M’sila
– Kendor Group of Bordj Bou Arreridj
– Lafarge Cement of M’sila
– Industrial Equipment Maintenance Company of M’sila
– Primatec Souih Brick Production Company
– M’sila Milk Cooperative
– Maghreb Pipe Company for Industrial Tubes and Fibers
– Solar Energy Incubator
– National Agency for Youth Employment Support
– Local Development Bank of M’sila
– National Bank of Algeria
– Algerian External Bank
– Bank of Peace, M’sila
– National Savings and Investment Fund of M’sila
– **International Partners:**
– University of Lille 3, France
– Gazi University, Ankara, Turkey
– University of Manar, Tunisia
– University of Gafsa, Tunisia
– Ibn Zohr University, Agadir, Morocco
– University of Pécs, Hungary
– National School of Architecture, Toulouse, France
**3. General Organization of the Training**
– **Project Status:**
**4. Content and Context of the Training**
The Bachelor’s program in Sociology provides students with a general sociological education focused on the fundamental aspects of the discipline, both theoretical and methodological. This includes the history of sociological theory, methodology, field research in social sciences, and understanding contemporary social phenomena. The goal is to train specialists in sociology through the study of key concepts, major trends in the field, and providing students with a solid foundation in sociology, preparing them for various roles and professions within the discipline.
**5. Objectives of the Training**
The objectives of the program include:
– Introducing students to the basic principles and concepts of sociology, its goals, and the knowledge associated with the founding fathers of sociology, both classical and contemporary.
– Training sociology students to use tools and methods that assist in field research and investigation, such as observation, interviews, surveys, and statistics, along with an understanding of the economic and social issues affecting contemporary societies.
– Exploring careers and professions related to social work, education, and public administration.
**6. Skills Targeted by the Training**
Graduates of the Bachelor’s program in Sociology are expected to:
– Understand contemporary societies and their transformations through educational programs related to current issues.
– Master the basic concepts and debates central to the discipline through courses in general sociology and the history of sociological thought.
– Develop skills in written and oral communication to enhance intellectual discussion and argumentation.
– Gain knowledge in the field of sociology of education, including training and guidance processes for students to help them in various stages of socialization and to address their social and educational challenges.
– Cultivate intellectual curiosity, especially in the field of humanities and social sciences.
– Work independently and organize tasks efficiently.
– Place importance on bibliographic research.
– Engage in serious questioning in political, economic, and social domains.
– Utilize both quantitative and qualitative methodologies in field research, enabling students to effectively conduct regional, national, or international studies.
**7. Local, Regional, and National Employment Prospects**
This program provides graduates with numerous opportunities to pursue advanced studies at the Master’s level in the field of humanities and social sciences. It also prepares them for public service competitions targeting university graduates with a Bachelor’s degree. This qualification enables them to develop competencies and skills in areas such as general culture, field report writing, critical thinking, and quality editing.
Career opportunities include:
– **Editorial Positions:** Journalism, Writing, etc.
– **Consulting Roles:** Consultant, Trainer, etc.
– **Public Service Positions:** Teacher, Administrator, etc.
– **Communication Roles:** Public Relations, Media and Communication Officer, etc.
