Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Social Sciences] From Michigan Technological University

Our faculty’s areas of focus include archaeology, anthropology, geography, history, political science, and sociology. All of these social sciences share the goal of understanding how human behavior is organized and how it changes over time.

While gaining an outstanding foundation in the social sciences, you will diversify your studies with course work in STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering, and math) and laboratory science, as well as in the humanities and fine arts. You can study philosophy or art history as electives, for example. The spectacular, broad-based liberal education you receive at Tech will prepare you to succeed not only in a rewarding profession, but also in your everyday life.

Social Sciences (BS) Learning Goals

• Students will understand core social theory in sociology, geography, anthropology, and/or history and be able to apply such theory to understand current social issues both domestically and internationally.
• Students will demonstrate an understanding of fundamental political, legal and social institutions, processes, actors, behaviors and ideas.
• Students will apply knowledge of social, legal and political institutions to address the development of effective action strategies in pursuit of a just, secure, and sustainable society.
• Students will demonstrate the ability to design and carry out social science research to understand an important social or policy issue and communicate results in a professional setting.

Career Pathways

The well-rounded undergraduate education offered by our social sciences program sets up students for success in graduate school, law school, management, and a myriad of professions—allowing you to set your sights high and follow your passions.