Definition

1. Noun:
   • The academic department responsible for teaching and research in sociology: A division within a university or college that focuses on the scientific study of human society, social relationships, and social institutions.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • She is the chair of the department of sociology at the university.
  • The department of sociology offers courses on social theory and research methods.
  • He received his PhD from the department of sociology at a prestigious college.

Advanced Usage

• "within the department of sociology": used to specify a location or context inside this academic unit.
  • Several research projects on urban poverty are being conducted within the department of sociology.

Variants and Related Words

• Sociology Department (n): A common alternative name for the same academic unit.
  • The Sociology Department is hosting a guest lecture next week.

Synonyms

• Sociology Department: The most direct synonym.
• Sociology Program: Can be used interchangeably in some academic contexts, though "program" may sometimes refer specifically to the curriculum rather than the administrative unit.

Noun

1. the academic department responsible for teaching and research in sociology