The University of New England, UMaine at Presque Isle, Bentley, Social Science, and More!
By LHS Aspirations
The University of New England in Biddeford, Maine
UMaine at Presque Isle
Bentley University located right outside of Boston, MA
Major in Social Sciences
Social Sciences are defined as the following: "the scientific study of human society and social relationships"
Subjects that are included: Anthropology, Sociology, Economics, Geography, History, Linguistics, Politics, and Psychology
Students study the social sciences to learn about themselves and their place in the political, economic, spatial, and social systems that comprise individual and group life. Majoring in one of the social sciences listed above will prepare you for a lot of possible careers. The education behind social sciences will provide you with the foundation to develop the skills employers value in employees. Such skills include oral and written communication, teamwork, analytical, technical, critical thinking, and problem-solving.
Careers
Community Development Worker
Working in communities and liaising with different agencies to bring about change and improvements. Some work may be targeted towards certain groups of people e.g. the unemployed or the homeless.
Psychologist
There is a range of different psychologist roles but broadly they help clients to improve their psychological wellbeing.
Social Researcher
Social Researchers could work for universities or research/market research organizations. Social research covers a wide range of topics including crime, transport, and education. Social Researchers manage research projects including collecting and analyzing data and presenting the results.
Social Worker
Social Workers work with people in the community who need support, for example, the elderly, children who are at risk, people with disabilities or mental health difficulties.
Teacher/Professor
There are a variety of opportunities within education from primary schools to universities.
Youth Worker
Working with young people to provide support, raise aspirations and break down barriers to achieving. This is done in a variety of ways including through recreational activities, organizing projects, mentoring, and liaising with other agencies.