Social Research Methods, Microcredential (Beginning Fall 2026)

The Social Research Methods microcredential provides students with expertise in qualitative and quantitative research skills in the social sciences. By taking three courses (9 credit hours) in sociology, anthropology, and geospatial research, students gain hands-on investigative skills and learn how scientific evidence can support, build, and challenge our understanding of society. This microcredential also trains students to undertake social research that can guide policies and interventions.

Admission Requirements

For current, active Saint Louis University students wishing to declare a microcredential, complete the Update for Student Curriculum Record form. 

For non-Saint Louis University students, click here to apply as a Visiting/Non-Degree Seeking Student. 

SOC 2010Statistics and the Social World3
SOC 2025Qualitative Research3
Students select 3 credits from the following:3
SOC 1600
The Power of Place: An Introduction to GIS
SOC 3615
Our World in Big Data
ANTH 4240
Primate Social Behavior
ANTH 3530
Urban Ethnography: The Politics and Poetics of the City
SOC 4640
Demographic Methods, Analysis, and Public Policy
SOC 4670
Spatial Demography – Applied Spatial Statistics
ANTH 4710
Field Recovery Methods
ANTH 4720
Archaeological Lab Method
Total Credits9

For additional information about this program, please contact soc-anth@slu.edu or call 314-977-2900.