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Social Science Degree

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Study what you love, create your own curriculum and build the skills you need to thrive in any career.

From anthropology and geography to sociology and economics, the social sciences offer a world of fascinating topics. With a Social Science degree, you can combine your fields of interest and create your own unique program that will enable you to examine any issue from multiple diverse perspectives.

Program type:
Major
Format:
On Campus or Online
Est. time to complete:
4 years
Credit hours:
120

What is a social science degree?

Application Deadlines
Fall:
Aug. 15
Spring:
Dec. 15
Summer:
May 1

 

If you're an international student, refer to the international application process for deadlines.

To succeed in today's competitive job market, you need outstanding skills in communication, problem solving, teamwork and critical thinking. This versatile bachelor's degree offers many career choices and opens the doors to a variety of employment options.

The online flexibility of the Social Science degree makes it a popular choice for transfer students looking to earn a bachelor's degree. You can earn your bachelor's degree in social science on campus or online. Our self-paced online option allows you to enroll anytime and take classes at your own pace.

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Build Your Own Social Science Degree

In collaboration with your academic advisor, you'll create your own interdisciplinary curriculum and pursue your interests. Choose online or in-person classes from:

  • Anthropology
  • Communication
  • Criminal Justice
  • Economics
  • Geography
  • History
  • Political Science
  • Psychology
  • Sociology

You can also focus on a particular theme through directed study in:

  • Health and Human Services
  • Economic and Political Science Studies

Social Science Degree at UND

  • Study abroad in Brazil, Belize, China, Chile, Spain, Ireland or Mexico.

  • Collaborate with faculty members on research and present your results.

  • Gain real-world experience by taking on an internship.

  • Let our team of academic advisors help you plan your major. You'll also have access to personalized Degree Map software to keep you on track to graduate in four years.

  • Raise your grades by getting free academic support at UND. We offer individual tutoring sessions, along with specialized writing and math support programs.

  • Get hired! At UND, you'll receive help perfecting your resume, practice interviewing, and learn effective job-hunting strategies.

What can you do with a social science degree?

101K

Annual median salary for medical and health services managers

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

14%

Anticipated job growth for paralegals and legal assistants

U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

A degree in social science will take you anywhere you want to go, because you'll have the communication and problem-solving skills that employers prize. Your academic advisor will help you identify your skills and interests and determine the best career path for you.

Social Science Degree Jobs

Career options for social science majors include:

  • Academic advisor
  • Account manager
  • Case manager
  • Claims adjuster
  • Commercial underwriter
  • Consultant
  • Customer advocate
  • Disabilities determination specialist
  • Mental health technician
  • Paralegal
  • Program manager
  • Service manager
  • Teacher

Social Science Courses

PSYC 362. Psychology and Law. 3 Credits.

Psychological examination of the legal system, including what psychologists have learned about the law, the many different legal topics psychologists study, and the great promise that psychology holds for improving the legal system. Prerequisite: PSYC 111. F, odd years.

POLS 404. Urban Politics and Administration. 3 Credits.

Analysis of the socio-economic context of urban America and its impact on politics, policy, and administration. Prerequisite: POLS 115. S.

SOC 253. Delinquency and Juvenile Justice. 3 Credits.

This course focuses on theoretical explanations for the causes, dynamics, and consequences of juvenile delinquency. Students will explore a justice system specifically designed to handle American youth and will be introduced to basic terminology relating to juvenile delinquency and the juvenile justice system. F,S.

SOC 335. Families in a Changing Society. 3 Credits.

An exploration of how family forms, norms, and theories have changed over time; the social forces that influence families at each of the major life stages (such as courtship, marriage, parenthood, old age); how statuses such as race, class, gender, and sexuality influence a person's opportunities for family formation and experiences within families; and the social policies that help or hinder family functioning. F.

HIST 424. European Witch Trials. 3 Credits.

An examination of the development and content of European witch-beliefs and persecution, from their origins in antiquity and the middle ages through the dawn of the modern era. Emphasis upon witchcraft as a social, legal, and cultural phenomenon. S, odd years.

ECON 338. International Economics. 3 Credits.

Economic basis for gain in international trade; capital and population movements; international disequilibrium and the process of balance-of-payments adjustments; tariffs, underdeveloped countries. Prerequisites: ECON 201 and ECON 202. F,S.

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