Overview

The emergence of social sciences, a different branch of science dealing with nature among human beings in society at large, has been one of the best gifts in the world of education. There is a collection of disciplines within social sciences that study the worlds major crises and challenges. War, displacement, poverty, terrorism, corruption, violence, inequality, overpopulation, mental health, starvation, child labour, pollution, climate crisis, unemployment, exploitation, injustice, and other issues are among them. These concerns are addressed immensely in the classrooms of social science-related disciplines, although the knowledge supplied is heavily focused on qualitative research methodology. Many people have divided the social sciences into four or five sub-disciplines. However, the strength in the number of sub-disciplines within social sciences is more significant than what meets the eye. The study of social sciences began in elementary school and progressed through secondary and high school. Admission in social sciences programmes are offered at the university level, and knowledge of them is also available for further higher studies. Regardless of any standard of education, the primary goal of admission in social sciences courses is to equip students for a healthy social life.

Study social science teaches pupils about their responsibilities to human society and clarifies how a man might meet those needs. Because of freedom warriors who battled for the country, social science students know the fundamental rights outlined in our constitution. It also imparts knowledge of the natural world and the social environment. Additionally, it helps pupils grow as people, cultivates positive attitudes, and broadens their critical and creative thinking. Social science teaches students various topics, including cultural and social ideas, religions, castes, nationalities, languages, festivals, attire, and food. Students learn from these things that the society in which they live is multicultural, diverse, and interconnected amongst other nations, cultures, and religions. Students that study social science degree learn the value of democracy, freedom, and rights, as well as how to function in society. The student becomes more responsible, engaged, and socially conscious.

Study levels

At the undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral levels, interested students can major in any of the several areas that make up the social sciences. To name a few, these consist of:

• Anthropology

• Communication Studies

• Economics

• Environmental Studies

• Geography

• History

• Language

• Philosophy

• Political Science

• Psychology 

• Public Administration

• Social Thoughts

• Fundamental of Human Resource

• International Trade

• Corporate Sociology

• International Economic and business environment

• Globalisation: theory and practice.

• Economics of development planning and environmental studies

• Sociology

• Financial Economics

• Business Administration

• Geoinformatics

• Planning and Development

• Mass Communication

• Human Service

• Public Health

• International Relations and Strategic studies

• Diplomacy and Disarmament

• Gandhian and Peace Study

• Islamic Studies

• Cognitive Sciences

• Social and Public Policy

• Atmospheric Sciences

• English Literature

• Development Studies

• Conflict Analysis and Peace Building

• Sustainability Leadership

• Environmental Studies

• Gender, Women and Sexuality Studies

• Area and Cultural Studies

• Criminology

• Ethnic Study

• Organisational Behaviour

• Econometrics

• Terrorism and Security

• International Relations

• Cyber Crime

Specialisations

Based on their preferences, students can choose from various specialization in social sciences To name a few, these are as follows:

1. Anthropology

• Anthropology of Food and Intensive Language

• Anthropology of Global Futures and Sustainability

• Medical Anthropology and Mental Health

• Migration and Diaspora Studies

• Social Anthropology

• Social Anthropology and Intensive Language

• Social Anthropology

2. Communication Studies

• Communication, Media Practice and Public Relations

• Journalism, Media and Communications

• Intercultural Business Communication and Marketing

3. Economics

• Economics and Management

• Economics and Finance

• Accounting and Finance

• Business Economics

4. Geography

• Geographical and Environmental Research

• Human Geography and Sustainability Research

• Geographical Information Science

• Geospatial and Mapping Sciences

5. History

• Historical Research

• Heritage

• History, Art and Archaeology

• War Studies

6. Philosophy

• Philosophy - Ethics and Society

• Ethical Hacking and Cyber Security

• Art - Theory and Philosophy

• Philosophy of Religion and Ethics

7. Political Science

• International Law and Politics

• International Conflict and Cooperation

• Applied Social and Political Psychology

• Politics and International Relations - Pathway in 

International Relations

8. Psychology

• Global Mental Health and Wellbeing

• Organisational Psychology

• Applied Social and Political Psychology

• Psychology and Neuroscience of Mental Health

9. Sociology

• Applied Social Research

• Social Work Studies

• Media, Ethics and Social Change

• Applied Social Research

Employability

A degree in social science provides an individual with an opportunity for further training and studies. This discipline also provides a solid intellectual scope for a career in politics, public administration and private organisation. In the School of Social Science, we support students in participating in various activities that have been shown to improve employability, including internships, volunteer work, and courses with job-based project assignments.

Students can acquire a wide range of useful and transferable skills by earning a degree in social science. They can access a variety of professional careers with these talents. Graduates in social science are well-equipped with the necessary abilities to collaborate with their STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) colleagues to solve some of the worlds most serious problems, including climate change and cyber-security. The employability in social sciences for people in India and abroad are as follows:

• Anthropologist

• Intelligence Analyst

• Human Resource Manager

• Police Officer

• Lawyer

• Social Worker

• Political Scientist

• Professor/ Teacher

• Economist

• Political Scientist

• Urban and Regional Planner

• Historian

• Archaeologist

• Historic Buildings Inspector

• Economic Anthropologist

• Field Investigator

• Cultural Anthropologists

• Archaeological Field Technician

• Public Relations (PR)

• Event Manager

• Corporate Communication 

• Economist.

The list of vacancies available abroad for people who studied social sciences is as follows:

• Financial Risk Analyst.

• Data Analyst.

• Financial Planner.

• Accountant.

• Economic Researcher.

• Financial Consultant.

• Investment Analyst.

• Geomorphologist

• Climatologist

• Geospatial Analyst

• GIS Specialist

• Hydrologist

• Museum Technician

• Genealogist

• Museum Technician

• Living Historian

• Marketing Consultant

• Research Consultant

• Journalist

• Psychologist

• Public Opinion Analyst

• Corporate Manager

• Politics

• Journalism

• Foreign Service Officer

• Legal Adviser to political parties

• Marketing Research Analyst

• Election and Campaign Manager

• Public Relations Specialist,

• Bank Manager, 

• Policy Analyst.

• Clinical Psychologist

• Counselling Psychologist

• Organisation Psychologist

• Childhood Psychologist

• Sports Psychologist

• Forensic Psychologist

Fees

One has to look at the fees in social science courses for admission to its various disciplines. The fees for social sciences in different countries are highlighted accordingly. For India, the fees amount to INR 7000 to INR 2,50,000. However, in Australia, the fees included for social science disciplines are 35,000–95,000 AUD per year. In Canada, the average fees for the disciplines range from 1,025 to 56,000 CAD per year. While looking at the UK, the fees are placed at  £22,200 per year; in the US, they are provided at $29,077 per year. When we look at New Zealand, the fees cost from 7,300 NZD to 10,500 NZD annually, and in Ireland, they amount to 9,850 to 55,000 per year.