Social Science

Social Science

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SSC-0350 Social Science Methodology Seminar

This course covers methodology for research in the Social Sciences including resources, research techniques, bibliography preparation, and format for formal papers. This course also introduces students to analysis within the nature of the Social Sciences. Prerequisite: Junior status or permission of instructor. Offered as needed. 3 credits.

SSC-0450 Senior Seminar: Integrating the Social Sciences
This course focuses on analysis and discussion of the meaning of the Social Sciences from their origin to present day. The relationship between present various Social Science disciplines will be explored in the context of the liberal arts tradition. Students will evaluate their own course of study as it related to themes covered in this course. This course will also guide students in selecting the topic and completing their senior thesis. Prerequisite: SSC-0350 and Senior status or permission of instructor. Offered as needed. 3 credits.

SSC-0490 Internship
Supervised work experience at an industrial, research, or community organization site. The type of work, period of work, and means of evaluation will be arranged by the work supervisor in consultation with the student’s major advisor. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior Social Science major status. 3 credits.

SSC-0495 Independent Study
Arranged on an individual basis with the permission of the instructor. 1 to 3 credits.

Degree Offered

B.A., Bachelor of Arts in Social Science

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Goal 1
Write academically competent research papers.

Objective: Demonstrate the methodology of research in the social sciences by formulating a thesis or stating the purpose and scope of their research, gathering information and data, organizing information, presenting information, and drawing conclusions.

Goal 2
Approach societal or workplace problems from an interdisciplinary approach.

Objective 1: Write interdisciplinary papers in the social science seminars (junior and senior years).

Objective 2: Demonstrate the ability to integrate various approaches to the disciplines that support the social sciences.

Goal 3
Prepare students for graduate study, community service, and/or employment.

Objective: Assist students in meaningfully using their major in their future professional goals.