Associate of Arts Degree (Social Science)

Social Science fields are many and varied, and include such areas as Cultural Anthropology, Economics, Ethnic Studies, Geography, History, International Relations, Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology. An A.A. degree prepares students for transfer to a baccalaureate institution for further study in Social Science or one of its encompassed fields. Analyze relevant contemporary social issues using concepts and evidence from the social sciences. Evaluate social/behavioral research with regard to research methods, evidence and scientific reasoning. Describe how the social context can affect individual behavior and perspectives. Students spend significant time studying human behavior and the social environment in addition to expanding their world view with courses in psychology, sociology, human development, world religions, and human diversity

Career Path

Career opportunities for social scientists are found with federal, state and local government agencies. Additional opportunities exist with colleges and universities in research and teaching. Some social scientists are self-employed in research or special studies for business, industry or government.