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Social Sciences majors have a broad range of opportunities and options that aim to provide students with a strong but diverse base of experiences in the social sciences, while also allowing sufficient flexibility to allow each student to find his or her own niche.

Departmental degree options include a general Social Science degree (BS) as well as three more focused options.  In addition, students can pursue a BA degree in history.  Click on the different options below in order to learn about the Major Requirements, Concentration Requirements, General Education Requirements, and Free Elective Requirements for each degree option.

Concentrations

Degree Tracking Information Updated June 8, 2009

History

Liberal Arts, BA:

HISTORY

The history curriculum at Michigan Tech has its foundations in the traditional liberal arts, but its particular strength is in the history of technology...

General SS

Social Sciences, BS:

GENERAL

The B.S. degree in Social Sciences (general option) provides students with broad exposure to the various social science disciplines...

Anthropology

Social Sciences, BS:

ANTHROPOLOGY

The Anthropology degree at Michigan Tech allows to undergraduates a gain a broad introduction to the field of anthropology while also developing a more focused understanding...

Law and Society

Social Sciences, BS:

LAW & SOCIETY

Attorneys play a key role in modern society. Acting as advisors they counsel clients on legal rights and obligations and recommend courses of action...

Secondary Education

Social Sciences, BS:

SECONDARY EDUCATION

The teacher certification program in Social Studies at Michigan Tech is unique among Michigan's colleges and universities...

Undergraduate Advisors

Advising Information Updated August 26, 2009

Anthropology Majors: See Dr. Kari Henquinet

All Other Majors: See Dr. Mary Durfee

NOTE: There is an advising bulletin board by AOB 216.

For information about courses, see Undergraduate Instruction.

For information about careers for the different SS majors, see Careers.