Sociology

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

The Department of Sociology at Kateel Ashok Pai Memorial College (KAPMC) in Shivamogga is an integral part of the institution, offering courses that delve into the study of human social relationships, institutions and the dynamics of society.

Focus and Scope: The Sociology Department at KAPMC focuses on providing students with a comprehensive understanding of human society, interactions and the processes that preserve and change them. It examines social movements, social change and social disorders like crime, deviance and revolution.

• Exploration of Human Behavior: It enables students to explore human behavior across diverse societies.
• Critical Thinking: It helps in understanding, scrutinizing and re-assessing common perceptions of the social world.
• Career Opportunities: It provides a strong foundation for various career paths, including: Lecturer, Census Worker, Research Assistant, Staff Reporter, Marriage Counselor, Sociologist and Social Worker
• Civil Services: It gives a better chance to qualify for Indian Civil Services exams.
• Community Work: It prepares students to engage in community-related work for societal upliftment.

Faculty: The department has qualified faculty. For instance, DR. SUKEERTHI is listed as an Assistant Professor with an MA, M.Phil, Ph.D (Sociology) and he has also obtained B.Ed Degree and over 15 years of experience.

Dr. Sukeerthi has authored books entitled

• Samajika Jalathanagalu Matthu Yuvajanathe,
• Invitation to Sociology,
• Fundamentals of Sociology,
• Samajashastradha Moolatatvagalu,
• Social Change, Stratification and Social Mobility,
• Samajika Parivarthane, Stharavinyasa Matthu Samajika Chalane,
• Understanding Indian Society
• Bharatheeya Samaajada Grahike.

Courses Offered: The department is part of the broader humanities and social sciences offerings at KAPMC. While specific undergraduate courses are mentioned as part of the BA program (e.g., BA with English Optional – Psychology – Sociology), the college also mentions various postgraduate courses that could be related or directly under the Sociology umbrella, such as: