Social and Behavioral Sciences, Minor
Immerse yourself in the study of psychological and social principles that influence behavior in a variety of social structures, such as community, culture and family.
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Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.
Minor description
Social and Behavioral Sciences minor description
In the minor program in social and behavioral sciences, you gain an interdisciplinary perspective across several fields of the social and behavioral sciences, including communication, sociocultural anthropology, geography, political science, psychology and sociology, enabling you to better understand and interact with people and society.
Why earn a social and behavioral sciences minor at ASU?
Many social science programs focus on a single discipline. This minor takes a different route, giving you room to study across the social and behavioral sciences instead of staying in one lane. You build research literacy through qualitative and quantitative methods that help you evaluate information and analyze social issues. Flexible electives allow you to shape your study around your interests and goals to build a personalized foundation for your career.
Courses
This undergraduate minor includes courses focused on a specialized topic, so you can advance your skills for further professional opportunities. Explore all courses below:
2026-2027 Catalog Year
The minor requires 18 credit hours. A "C" minimum is required for all courses in the minor, although students must maintain a 3.00 GPA in the post-baccalaureate certificate program.
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The minor in social and behavioral sciences consists of 18 credit hours of coursework, of which a minimum of 12 hours must be upper division. A minimum of six upper-division credit hours must be earned through courses offered by the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences. Credit hours may not be shared between major and minor requirements. All courses used to satisfy requirements for the minor must be completed with a grade of "C" (2.00 on a 4.00 scale) or better.
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SBS 101 Introduction to Social and Behavioral Sciences
(SOBE)
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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SBS 302 Qualitative Methods
(SOBE)
or
SBS 303 Quantitative Methods
(QTRS)
3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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3 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 3 |
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Up to three credit hours of internship (484) and up to three credit hours of individualized instruction (499) may apply toward the electives requirement.
9 credit hours
Minimum
grade:C
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C | 9 |
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Prerequisite courses may be needed in order to complete the requirements of this minor.
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Enrollment requirements
GPA Requirement: None
Incompatible Majors: BA and BS in social and behavioral sciences
Other Enrollment Requirements: None
Current ASU undergraduate students may pursue a minor and have it recognized on their ASU transcript at graduation. Minor requirements appear on the degree audit once the minor is added. Certain major and minor combinations may be deemed inappropriate by the college or department of either the major program or the minor. Courses taken for the minor may not count toward both the major and minor.
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Careers this social and behavioral sciences minor prepares you for
A minor in social and behavioral sciences is appropriate for any discipline that requires a solid background in social sciences. Graduates with this minor are prepared to work in community development, counseling, criminal justice, public policy, social science disciplines, urban studies and planning, and to apply to professional schools (e.g., law, public administration, social work).
Contact information
Use the contact information below to get in touch if you're a current student or have general questions.
School of Social and Behavioral Sciences
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FAB N101
sbsadvising@asu.edu
602-543-3000
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