Liberal Arts and Sciences: Humanities and Social Sciences A.A.
Liberal Arts and Sciences: Humanities and Social Sciences A.A.
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The social sciences help us understand, create, and engage with the institutions that
shape our lives. They are important because they create better institutions and systems
that affect people’s lives every day, from understanding the frameworks that structure
social networks, to the goals and structures of government agencies, or even the challenges
and opportunities faced by service providers and nonprofits. The social sciences help
people understand how to interact with the social world – to influence policy, develop
networks, increase government accountability, and promote democracy. All of this can
make a vast difference in people’s lives.
Students looking to pursue a career in any of the social sciences should enroll in the Liberal Arts and Sciences: Humanities and Social Science program with a concentration in Social Sciences at SUNY Corning Community College, and then work with a faculty advisor to focus their electives on this discipline. This program is highly transferable and provides flexibility and exploration in a wide variety of studies since it contains many free electives.
By following a rigorous liberal arts and sciences curriculum, graduates will have developed capabilities in academic research and writing, an ability to apply scientific method and critical thinking skills to validate their own ideas and inquiries, sufficient math skills to deal with complex problems, and an awareness and appreciation of living in a culturally, racially, and ethnically diverse society.
Career Outlook
| Job Title | Degree Needed | Regional/State Job Outlook | Regional/State Average Entry Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art, Drama, and Music College Professor | Master's Degree | Very Favorable / Favorable | $56,980 / $56,090 |
| Economist | Master's Degree | - / Favorable | - / $79,460 |
| Historian | Master's Degree | Favorable / - | - / $30,190 |
| Interpreters and Translators | Bachelor's Degree | - / Favorable | - / $52,200 |
| Social Scientist | Bachelor's Degree | - / - | - / $69,840 |
| Urban and Regional Planning | Master's Degree | - / Favorable | - / $65,220 |
| Writer | Bachelor's Degree | Favorable / Very Favorable | $51,670 / $57,310 |