Overview
APU’s social science major prepares students to educate others in the social dynamics that define our lives. The degree is designed primarily to prepare students to teach social science disciplines (particularly history, political science, geography, economics, sociology, and psychology) at the secondary level. The coursework provides a solid foundation in macro- and microeconomics, world civilizations, U.S. history, world geography, American government, comparative religions, psychology, and history and politics of the non-western world.
The degree provides future teachers with an integrated study of these social sciences that will help develop analytical skill, comparative perspective, critical judgment, and a knowledge base about the world around them. Social Science majors leave APU equipped to introduce their students to the social disciplines that characterize our world.
APU also offers a social science concentration for liberal studies majors.
Is this Major Right for You?
You’re a social science major if you...
- You enjoy a particular social science subject
- Enjoy working with young adults
- Are good at explaining ideas and concepts to others
- Are creative, tend to think outside the box
- Wish to go on to a credentialing program
Learn more about this major and required courses.
