- +1 624 518 1345
- [email protected]
Public Affairs & Social Sciences
What Are Public Affairs & Social Sciences?
Social sciences address a range of human issues. They explore the structure and impact of groups. Social and behavioral scientists examine phenomena from social, cultural, political, technological and biological perspectives. Public Affairs covers a variety of areas including government, corporate responsibility, and information and communications management. In its broadest sense it describes the relationship of organizations with their stakeholders.
Social sciences and public affairs encompass the following fields of study:
- Anthropology – the study of human diversity from a cultural, biological, and historical lens
- Sociology – the study of human social activity
- Psychology – the study of the human mind and behavior
- Social work – an interdisciplinary field of study blending psychology, sociology, ethnic studies and public policy
- Law – the study of the societal rules that govern behavior
- Global studies – an interdisciplinary field studying social, political and cultural relationships across the world
- Political science – the study of political entities and processes
- Emergency management – the study of managing disasters and minimizing their impact
- Public policy – the study of systems of law addressing a given topic
Who Should Study Public Affairs & Social Sciences?
If you plan on studying one of these subjects, you may ideally answer “yes” to the following questions:
- Do I truly enjoy learning about different human processes?
- Am I curious about people?
- Do I enjoy listening to people?
- Could I spend all day reading about, listening to, or writing other peoples’ life stories?
- Do I want to make a difference in the world by doing work that “gives back”?
- Also, you should ideally answer “no” to the following questions: Do people bore me?
- Do I have a low tolerance for socializing?
- Am I drawn to working alone, and being in minimal contact with others?
Types of Social Science and Public Affairs Careers
There are many fields of study within public affairs & social sciences, so there are many career paths from which to choose. Those holding social and behavioral science degrees may find work in:
- Government
- Business
- Law firms
- Non-governmental organizations
- Education
- Private industry
- Nonprofits
- Universities
- Newspapers
- Broadcast television
- Think tanks
- Charitable foundations
Refine Your Search
Sponsored Degree Programs
-
MidAmerica Nazarene University
Master of Arts in Counseling
Program is taught in cohort groups designed to prepare the student for involvement as a professional counselor, or marriage and family therapist.
-
Southwestern Assemblies Of God University
Counseling-Psychology
This degree is a 48 hour degree designed to prepare the graduate for state licensure as a professional counselor and as a Marriage and Family Therapist.
-
St. Joseph College
-
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Anthropology
M.A. program maintains four-field approach with core courses in each area; cooperative program with the University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa.
-
University of Alaska - Fairbanks
-
Southern Utah University
Master of Social Work
Southern Utah University cooperates with the University of Utah in making this degree available on the SUU campus. For more information contact Scott Sorensen at 1-435-865-8261 or [email protected].
-
Roger Williams University
-
La Salle University
Public Health (MPH)
The Master of Public Health (MPH) Program at La Salle University provides students with opportunities for knowledge and skill development to solve public health problems, with particular emphasis on
-
San Diego State University
Social Work
The goal of the Master of Social Work program is the education of advanced social work practitioners that enables them to provide services which assure people equal access to resources, programs, and
-
Mills College
Public Policy
Located in the dynamic and diverse San Francisco Bay Area, Mills College offers MPP students small, collaborative classes led by distinguished faculty with real-world experience.
-
Xavier University Of Louisiana
Guidance and Counseling
Guidance and Counseling -- Professional preparation for counselors in school and post-secondary educational settings, as well as non-school agencies, is offered.
-
Metropolitan College Of New York
Master of Public Administration in Emergency and Disaster Management
The Masters of Public Administration in Emergency and Disaster Management is an advanced degree program which opens new career tracks for recent college graduates as well as those looking to change ca
-
University of Detroit Mercy
BS Health Services
The Health Services program provides health professionals the opportunity to update their knowledge of health care delivery while earning a Bachelor of Science degree.
-
Benedictine University
Master of Public Health - Health Education
The Health Education and Promotion specialization of Benedictine University's Online Master of Public Health (MPH) is designed for persons who participate in or lead health promotion activities in a v
-
University of California - Riverside
College Admissions Counseling
Navigating the transition from high school to college isn’t easy, and it’s the responsibility of the college admissions counselor to help make it as smooth as possible for incoming stud
-
University of Puerto Rico - Rio Piedras Campus
-
Saint Joseph's University
-
Butler University
School Counseling
Students successfully completing this program will be recommended for the Indiana School Services Standard License-Counselor (K - 12).
-
Baruch College, City University Of New York
Mental Health Counseling
The Masters of Arts in Mental Health Counseling program at Baruch College prepares its graduates to be professional practitioners in a variety of mental health settings (e.g.
-
Mount Mary College
Counseling
The Counseling program is designed to prepare professionals with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills.
-
Washburn University Of Topeka
Social Work
The Master of Social Work degree at Washburn University prepares graduates for a career in clinical social work.
-
Valdosta State University
-
Bethel Seminary
Master of Arts in Global and Contextual Studies
Bethel Seminary offers eight master of arts degrees, a master of divinity degree, a doctor of ministry degree, nine graduate-level certificates, and a post-graduate certificate.
-
City University of New York (CUNY) Graduate School of Journalism
Economics
City College is the oldest institution in The City University of New York.
-
Pratt Institute
City and Regional Planning, M.S.
City and Regional Planning focuses on participatory and hands-on planning; sustainable and equitable communities; and urban design / placemaking.
This article provides a brief overview of the benefits of and differences between English as a Second Language (ESL) programs and Intensive English Programs (IEPs).
This article outlines the different types of US institutions and a few types to choose the best type for you.
This article outlines some of the United States’ most broad and common social norms and gives tips for interacting with them.
Learn more about the field of business administration, management, and operations in the U.S.
To master the TOEFL, one must practice and prepare for it over time. The following article provides advice for practicing and preparing for the TOEFL.