Social Science

The Social Science curriculum blends course sequences in History, Government, Psychology, and Sociology into a cohesive study of the human experience, past and present. Students mjoring in Social Science particularly explore the human condition. They contemplate the inherent dignity of all people, the value of diverse cultures and societies, the importance of community, and the need to advance justice in the world.

Many students in the Social Science program elect to complete preparation in Secondary Education, and embark on careers teaching at the middle school and high school levels. Others go on to complete graduate studies in history and law. The wide-ranging, human centered studies completed by Social Science gradutes, the the spirit of the University of Great Falls’ mission, constitute an excellent enhancement for “living and making a living.”

 

Competency Objectives

Students who earn a concentration in Social Science will

• Use the major concepts and modes of inquiry from the integrated social studies.

• Make informed decisions as citizens of a culturally diverse democratic society and interdependent world.

Course-name and number	CR
GOV 150 - American Government	3
GOV 250 - State and Local Government	3
GOV 300 - International Relations	3
GOV 305 - Comparative Government	3
HST 101 - History of Civilization I	3
HST 102 - History of Civilization II	3
HST 203 - U.S. History I	3
HST 204 - U.S. History II	3
HST 230 - World and Regional Geography	3
SCS 312 - Social Research Methods	4
HST 360 - Montana and the West	3
A Psychology sequence consisting of:
PSY 200 - General Psychology	3
PSY 212 - Human Growth and Development	3
and Two PSY electives	6
or a Sociology sequence consisting of:
SOC 101 - Introductory Sociology	3
SOC 202 - Social Problems	3
and
Two electives in Sociology	6
Approved Government elective	3
Approved History electives	6
Total credits for Social Science Concentration	55

 

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SCS 312 Social Research Methods. Prerequisite: ENG 117 and MTH 106. Expected to be offered: Fall semesters; Distance Learning: Spring semesters 4 credits