The social sciences engage students in discussions about everything from society and human relationships to geography, history, and the foundational theories of government. An associate degree in social sciences from Amarillo College puts students on track to successfully transfer to a four-year university, where they can choose from a wide variety of career pathways – in economics, government, law, sociology, anthropology, and more. AC’s social sciences faculty is passionate about its subject matter and fully committed to student success.
What can you do with a Social Sciences degree?
A social sciences degree prepares you for many careers in many fields. Political scientists, economists, sociologists, geographers, historians, archeologists and urban planners are among the highest-paying professions for those who earn social sciences degrees. Social science is designed to provide students with skills that employers value in their employees: critical thinking, oral and written communication, teamwork, interpersonal, and problem-solving. The sky is the limit for those equipped with a social science degree.
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