School of Social Sciences

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Exploring Minds, Interpreting Cultures

Would you like to see the world through a wider lens? Are you interested in studying what it means to be human? Do you desire to make an impact in communities?

If the answer is yes to any of these questions, we invite you to discover how to start a meaningful future career in the social sciences.

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CAREERS

The social sciences has job opportunities in all sectors of the workforce, from government and education to business and healthcare. Here are just a few examples:

  • Archaeologist
  • Counselor
  • Crime Scene/Forensic Investigator
  • Cultural Heritage Manager
  • Community Health Worker
  • Epidemiologist
  • Social Worker
  • Human Resources Coordinator
  • Market Researcher
  • Public Policy Analyst
  • Training/Development Specialist
  • Urban Planner

We are experts at investigating society, science, and consciousness.

Based on your interest and our specialties, we have a diversity of degree options—both concentrated and interdisciplinary—and caring faculty who can help you design your degree to fit your interests and career goals, whether you prefer to work with the public, out in the field, or in a research setting. We welcome you to learn more about our programs.

Programs

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Anthropology

Bachelor of Science with concentrations archaeological, biological, cultural, and linguistic anthropology; plus cross-cultural health and spirituality
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Psychology

Bachelor of Science, Master of Arts, and Doctor of Philosophy in Consciousness and Society
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Sociology

Bachelor of Science in Sociology and in Social and Behavioral Health
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Forensic Science and Investigation

Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies with a Forensic Science and Investigation pathway, offered in University College

Minors

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Minors that we offer in social sciences make a strategic pairings with a variety of majors and disciplines at UWG.

Certificates

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Fast track your future and seamlessly earn an embedded certificate alongside your major.

Scholarship Opportunities

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Scholarship Opportunities

The School of Social Sciences has many established scholarships to assist you as an admitted student. For information, please consult your areas of interest and review the qualifications.

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CONTACT US:

(678) 839-5450 | chass@westga.edu

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