UNDERGRADUATE MAJORS, MINORS, AND ASSOCIATED AREAS OF STUDY
SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SCIENCES SOCIAL SCIENCE The major in Social Science provides an interdisciplinary perspective on the study of society, both at the individual and group level. Using the knowledge and methods of all social science disciplines, a student majoring in Social Science develops the skills to think clearly about social concepts and issues. Social Science majors have an opportunity to use their classroom knowledge in applied and individual learning experiences, such as internships, field studies, or research with a faculty advisor. The core curriculum for the major exposes students to various social science methods and topics, teaching applied computer-based research and statistical analyses. Students select one of four specializations, which guides their upper-division course work. The specialization in Multicultural Studies examines the role of ethnic and cultural diversity in the economics, politics, and culture of California and the United States. The specialization in Public and Community Service provides students with internship experiences in community, public, and educational organizations. Students who choose the Research and Social Policy specialization gain a more in-depth understanding of social science research and methodology. The specialization in Social Sciences for Secondary School Education prepares students for teaching at the secondary school level. This specialization includes a State-certified subject matter program in social sciences for teaching in California secondary schools. - From the 2007-2008 UCI General Catalogue |
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