Program Overview
The Bachelor of Arts major in Social Science program (AB-SS) uses sociology, economics,
geography, politics, history, anthropological and geography to study specific cultural and
geographical areas in the Philippines and Asia. The AB-SS program equips graduates with
knowledge and skills in the administration and development of communities, housing,
cooperatives, urban and rural planning.
The AB-SS program aims to produce graduates who are competent for careers in teaching,
research, advocacy works and policy studies.
Subjects included in the AB in Social Science program
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Governance of Indigenous community organisations
Counselling in the alcohol and other drug sector
Introduction to alcohol and other drugs misuse
Practices and skills in community development
Policy and prevention in the AoD sector
Principles and practices of treatment
Sports planning and development
Responding to community issues
Models and theories of drug use
Foundations of leisure services
Sociology of sport and leisure
Networking and collaboration
Working with special group
Working with communities
Introduction to counselling
Public communications
Facility management
Sports management
Event management
Concepts of justice
Social analysis
Advocacy
What are the career opportunities for graduates of AB in
Social Science in the Philippines?
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Social Welfare Officer
Social Science Instructor
Social Worker
Information Specialist
Human Resources Specialist
Human Resources Executive
Relations Officer
Academician
Researcher
Bachelor of Arts in Social Science (Area Studies)
The Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences (Area Studies) is a multi- and trans-disciplinary program
that studies specific geographical and cultural areas, in particular the Philippines and Asia,
utilizing the different social science disciplines of history, politics, economics, geography,
anthropology and sociology. It employs a multidisciplinary approach using the various theories,
methodologies and approaches of the social sciences. It requires a comprehensive but integrative
perspective in the study of the history, geography, politics, economy, culture and society of the
Philippines and Asia within the context of current world developments.
The program prepares the students for careers in teaching, research, policy studies, advocacy
work, and employment in NGO, government and private offices, and in civil society sector. It is
also a very good preparation for law school and graduate studies in any field of the social
sciences. With its extensive social science preparation and a basic knowledge of a non-English
foreign language, the degree also serves as an excellent preparation for a career in the diplomatic
service or in a multi-cultural work environment.
*Approved by Pres. Nemenzo on April 2, 2005 – BA Social Sciences (Area Studies)
A minimum of 145 units is required to graduate in the program.
FIRST YEAR
First Semester
GE (AH): Comm I/Kom I
3
GE (MST): Nat Sci I
3
GE (SSP): History I
3
GE (SSP): Soc.Sci I
3
Math 11: College Algebra
3
P.E.1
(2)
NSTP
(3)
TOTAL
15
Second Semester
GE (AH): Comm II/Kom II
3
GE (MST): Math 1
3
GE (MST)
3
GE (MST)
3
GE (SSP)
3
GE (SSP)
3
P.E. 2
(2)
NSTP
(3)
TOTAL
18
SECOND YEAR
First Semester
GE (AH)
3
GE (AH)
3
GE (SSP)
3
Area Studies 101: Introduction to Area Studies
3
Econ 11: Introductory Economics
3
Pol. Sci. 11: Introduction to Political Science
3
P.E.3
(2)
TOTAL
18
Second Semester
GE (AH)
3
Anthro 1: General Anthropology
3
Hist. 101: Ancient and Medieval History
3
Hist 114: Cultural History of the Philippines
3
Pol. Sci.14: Philippine Government & Politics
3
Socio 101: General Sociology
3
P.E.4
(2)
TOTAL
18
THIRD YEAR
First Semester
GE (MST)
3
Econ 101: Macroeconomics
4
Geo 131: Geography of the Philippines
3
Hist 102: Modern Europe
3
Hist 116: Philippine Nationalism
3
Pol. Sci. 160: Political Dynamics
3
TOTAL
19
Second Semester
Anthro 123: Peoples of the Phil.
3
Area Studies 121: History, Politics, Culture and Society of Southeast
Asia
3
Area Studies 141: Economic History of the Philippines
3
Geography 143: Geography of Asia
3
Soc. Sci. 192: Statistics for the Social Sciences
3
Soc. Sci.120: Directed Readings in Social Sciences
3
TOTAL
18
SUMMER
Area Studies 190 (Practicum in Area Studies)
3
*Must have taken 90 units
FOURTH YEAR
First Semester
Area Studies 122: History, Politics, Culture and Society of South Asia
3
Area Studies 132: Seminar in Phil. Urban Issues
3
Soc. Sci. Elective
3
Soc. Sci. 199: Research Methods in the Social Sciences
3
Social Science Elective or Foreign Language Elective*
3
Social Science Elective
3
TOTAL
18
Second Semester
Area Studies 123: History, Politics, Culture and Society of East Asia
3
Area Studies 124: History, Politics, Culture, & Society of West Asia and
3
North Africa
Area Studies 125: Economic History of Asia
3
Area Studies 131: Seminar Issues in Asia and the Pacific
3
Social Science Elective or Foreign Language Elective*
3
PI 100: The Life & Works of Jose Rizal
3
TOTAL
18
*6 units of non-English foreign language courses, in one language area – can be Spanish,
French, Bahasa Mandarin or others
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Social Sciences (BA)
A degree in social sciences gives you a strong academic foundation and skills that employers
find attractive, including oral and written communication, critical thinking, organization,
problem solving, and interpersonal skills.
To learn more, schedule a preadmission counseling appointment by calling 412-6246600. Request more information today!
Social sciences is a liberal arts major with a focus on courses from three social sciences
departments. This major can be customized to meet your interests and personal or career goals.
You will choose to concentrate in three areas from the list below and have the opportunity to
take a variety of courses within those areas of study.
Also available is a pre-education option for those preparing for a teaching career.
Social Sciences Standard Major: 36 credits
A minimum total of 120 credits (approximately 40 courses) is required for a Bachelor of Arts
degree with a major in social sciences. Of this total, students must take a minimum of 36 credits
(approximately 12 courses) according to the specifications. The remaining credits required for
the degree are outlined on the Requirements for the Bachelor’s Degree information sheet.
Choose a minimum of 36 credits (approximately 12 courses) from any three
departments/programs below. All courses taken must be social sciences related.
Africana Studies (social sciences-related courses)
Anthropology (social sciences-related courses)
Economics
Gender, Sexuality, and Women's Studies (social sciences-related courses)
History
Jewish Studies
Legal Studies
Political Science
Psychology (social sciences-related courses)
Religious Studies (social sciences-related courses)
Sociology
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At least five courses must be taken from one department, and at least three courses should be
taken from each of the two other departments.
At least half of the major must be upper-division (1000-level) courses.
All courses selected for the social sciences major must be approved by an academic advisor.
Pre-Education Option
The College of General Studies and the Pitt School of Education have collaborated on a
concentration in the social sciences major that incorporates the prerequisite science course work
needed for admission into the certificate program in Social Studies Education. This option may
be used by students interested in the Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program and
Professional Year (PY) Program offered in the School of Education. Completion of the
prerequisites for the School of Education does not guarantee acceptance to its programs. Students
must complete a minimum of 120 credits (approximately 40 courses) for a Bachelor of Science
degree with a major in social sciences. Of this total, students must take a minimum of 36 credits
(approximately 12 courses) according to the specifications. At least 18-credit hours must be at
the 1000-level. The remaining credits required for the degree are outlined on the Requirements
for the Bachelor’s Degree information sheet.
Social Studies Pre-Education Curriculum: 36 credits
AREA 1: History, Geography, Culture (15-18 credits) Choose one per category.
Category
Recommended Courses
U.S. History
HIST 0600 United States to 1877
HIST 0601 United States 1865 to Present
HIST 0670 Afro-American History 1
HIST 0671 Afro-American History 2
HIST 1610 United States Colonial
HIST 1611 American Revolution
HIST 1619 United States since 1945
Western European History
HIST 0100 Western Civilization I
HIST 0101 Western Civilization 2
World History (Non-western)
HIST 0700 World History
Ancient History
CLASS 0020 Roman Civilization
HIST 0400 East Asian Civilization to 1800
HIST 1775 Origins of Christianity
HIST 1781 Roman History
HIST 1783 Greek History
Geography
AFRCNA 0385 Caribbean History
HIST 0401 Modern East Asian Civilization
HIST 0501 Modern Latin America
HIST 1164 Small Countries & the European Union
World Cultures
HIST 1796 History of Africa since 1800
HIST 0501 Modern Latin America
ANTH 0780 Intro to Cultural Anthropology
HIST 1433 Modern Japan
HIST 1423 Modern China
AREA 2: Civics (3 credits)
Recommended Courses
HIST 1641 Modern American Politics
PS 0200 American Politics
PS 1231 Political Parties & Elections
PS 1234 Electoral Behaviors & Democratic Process
PS 1252 State Government
PS 1378 Building Democracy Around the World
AREA 3: Economics (3 credits)
Recommended Courses
ECON 0100 Intro to Microeconomic Theory
ECON 0110 Intro to Macroeconomic Theory
ECON 0800 Intro to Economics
AREA 4: Sociology and Social Foundations (3 credits)
Recommended Courses
ADMPS 1001 Social Foundations of Education
SOC 0005 Societies
SOC 0010 Introduction to Sociology
SOC 1107 Cultural Sociology
AREA 5: Foundations of Special Education (3 credits)
Required Course
IL 1580 Foundations of Special Education
Two 1000-level Electives (6 credits)
Recommended Courses
PS 0500 World Politics
SOC 1119 Urban Perspectives in Popular Culture
SOC 1445 Society and Environment
SOC 1448 Working Women
GSWS 1180 Politics of Gender and Food
PS 1536 Human Security
PS 1542 Global Environmental Politics
LEGLST 1210 Law and Politics
LEGLST 1320 Law and Environment
LEGLST 1152 Legal Issues in Public Service
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All courses selected for the social studies pre-education track must be approved by an academic
advisor.
At least half of these courses must be upper-division (1000-level) courses.
Students are also encouraged to participate in an internship during their degree program and
may fulfill some CGS general education and major requirements by completing a study
abroad program.
Requirements are subject to change. Check with an academic advisor before registering.
An internship program is available through the College of GeneralStudies. Please see your
advisor for additional information.
Top 10 Jobs for Social Science Majors
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Management Consultant
Operations Director
General/Operations Manager
Marketing Manager
Financial/Securities/Investments Analyst
Supply Chain Analyst
Executive Director, Nonprofit Organization
Business Analyst (unspecified type)
Account Manager
Land Surveyor
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The Bachelor of Arts Program major in the Social Sciences• is a special program designed to meet the
needs of students who are curious, critical, concerned, and practical.
Curious about himself or herself. Wondering about human relationships and the forces that bind and
dissolve whole communities and nations. Curious about human origins and destinies, about language
and communication. Wondering why people and governments differ, and how they got to be that way.
Wondering what the present and the past can tell a man about the future, in the Philippines and
elsewhere.
Critical about what he or she reads or hears or sees. Careful to distinguish what is from what ought to
be, and from what others say it is. Aware of the rules of logic and method, yet honoring the gift of true
insight as well. Able to analyze and weigh the traditional values of one’s own and other cultures and to
conclude with a deeper and more conscious respect for both.
Concerned about the Filipinos and all human beings, about this nation’s resources and the world’s.
Anxious to learn how to help solve or mitigate great problems such as social injustice, environmental
pollution and destruction, overpopulation, and disease. Moved by intelligent compassions for the
masses.
Practical in preparing for jobs with people, about people. Bringing to his or her job certain skills, a deep
and broad understanding of the human condition. Ready and eager for the in-service training that
employers expect to impart. Or well-prepared for further professional schooling.
For students who are curious, critical, concerned, and practical – and for those who accept this ideal as a
worthy one for themselves, A.B. Major in Social Sciences may be of service. It is designed to inform the
curious, lend rigor to the critical, guide the concerned, and prepare the practical.
Social Sciences Department
Encompasses a profound study for learning, understanding and analysis on the occurrence of
social issues especially in relation to the Philippine society as a whole. The social sciences
courses rouse the concentration of students regarding scientific approaches vis-a-vis humanities.
English and Literature Department
Is about preparing students to be communicatively proficient in the various forms of oral
discourse which is very essential in real life and can be applied in various communicative
activities in and outside the institution.
General Curriculum
Is generally a program in inspiring and equipping students with passionate and profound
knowledge about the Arts subjects in general thus, molding them to be effective and efficient
educators eventually.