Bachelor of Arts - Social Science - Economics

This program is designed for students who wish to teach social science subjects in California’s schools, middle school through high school or who wish to build a unique Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences program that suits their interests and professional goals.

The core discipline in the program is history, as that is the most widely taught social science subject in secondary schools. Students also choose a second concentration in one of the other three disciplines: geography, economics, or political science. Students interested in pursuing Teaching are encouraged to see their Social Science advisor early in their program for assistance in choosing courses.

For those with interests outside of teaching in multidisciplinary and individualized programs, this program is also designed for students with a varied set of academic and career interests. Students develop skills in areas that are deemed crucial in a wide array of contemporary professions: Globalism, Multiculturalism and Intercultural Fluency, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Oral and Written Communication, Teamwork and Collaboration and Professionalism and Work Ethic. For students interested in the multidisciplinary and individualized programs, it is recommended that you first meet with an Academic Advisor in order to develop your program. All multidisciplinary and individualized programs must be approved by the Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences Coordinator.