Why did I choose Sociology:
I am interested in studying human behavior. I was originally a BS Statistics major. During my first semester in college, I was having difficulty with Mathematics and even my final grade in Social Science was not high. After the first semester, I found out that I am more interested in studying people rather than numbers/figures.
About my college education:
I have learned that our behavior is influenced by social facts. These social facts are something that are external to the individual - like the social group you belong, social context you are in and the social structure.
All the subjects were difficult. They only vary in the degree of being difficult.
All the subjects were useful. But I think, methods courses and rural sociology were the most useful. The usefulness of the latter course was because I worked in research institutions working with farmers.
My current job:
I am an assistant professor at UPLB.
I am handling both graduate and undergraduate courses in Sociology and the general education course, Social Science 1. I am assigned to teach the foundation course for Sociology major, General Principles of Sociology. I have at least taught almost all of the courses in sociology. I am also engaged in research activities.
Am I using what I learned in college:
Most of the things that you have learned in college was useful. It is not only the concepts and theories, but critical thinking, being resourceful and being a team player were useful.
How long did it take to find a job:
Right after graduation, I was assured of a job. But, I waited for 2 months before the budget was released by the government for the job that I will be doing.
Do I recommend studying Sociology:
The course might not be popular and people (especially the parents) would not understand sociology. However, after finishing BA sociology you would understand society better and you would be employed all your life. One can be researcher, teacher, development worker and even human resource development officer. Some students use it as a pre law course.
You can earn as much as P15,000 for a fresh graduate and P80,000 for more experienced employee.
Yes, it is a fulfilling and interesting career as you are dealing with people.
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