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Welcome!
The Division of Social Sciences offers seven degree programs; four at the undergraduate level and three at the graduate level. cultural, and professional development of students desiring a career in teaching, criminal justice, or one of the subfields of social science, or preparation for graduate or professional study. It also aims to serve students majoring in other academic areas by introducing them to the various areas of social science.
The Division offers a major in social sciences toward the Bachelor of Science in Education degree and a major in political science leading to the Bachelor of Arts degree. A major in Criminal Justice may be earned in the Bachelor of Science in
Criminal Justice degree.
The Bachelor of Science is available with a major in social science and concentrations in geography, political science, and sociology. Minor fields of study offered in the Division are criminal justice, forensic science, geography, paralegal studies, political science, pre-law, and sociology.
The Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees are designed to provide a
well-rounded liberal arts education. They are particularly recommended for students
contemplating graduate work in one of the social science fields, theology, or law.
The Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice degree is for the student interested in
the professions of law enforcement, corrections, or juvenile justice.
Students planning to enter law school may adopt a program leading to the Bachelor
of Arts degree or Bachelor of Science degree. A broad background is recommended
for those preparing for law school.
Undergraduate Programs
Social Science Degree Programs
· Bachelor of Science in Social Science (B.S.)
Possible Areas of Focus
Students may select one of four areas of concentration:
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Applied Development Studies
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Social Science
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Geography
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Sociology
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For additional information on the Bachelor of Science in Social Science
Degree Program Click Here
(See below for graduate program information)
Criminal Justice Degree Program
· Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice (B.S.C.J.)
For additional information on the Criminal Justice Degree Programs Click Here
(See below for graduate program information)
Political Science Degree Program
· Bachelor of Arts in Political Science (B.A.)
For additional information on the Bachelor of Arts in Political Science Degree Program Click Here
(No graduate programs in Political Science)
Social Science Education Degree Programs
· Bachelor of Science in Social Science Education (B.S.E.)
This degree program certifies students to become high school teachers in the state of Mississippi to teach:
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History
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Geography
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Government
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Economics
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Psychology
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Sociology
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For additional information on the Bachelor of Science in Social Science Education Click Here
(See below for graduate program information)
Graduate Programs
Community Development Graduate Degree Program
· Master of Science in Community Development (M.S.C.D.)
For additional information on the Community Development Degree Program Click Here
Criminal Justice Graduate Degree Programs
· Master of Science in Criminal Justice (M.S.)
· Master of Science in Criminal Justice Online (M.S.)
For additional information on the Criminal Justice Degree Programs Click Here
Social Science Education Graduate Degree Programs
· Master of Education in Secondary Education (M.S.E.)
For additional information on the Master of Education in Secondary Education (M.S.E.) Click Here
Other Useful Information for Potential Social Science Students
Please take some time to review a summary of what we study in the social sciences, some general facts about the discipline, and career options by clicking on the links below:
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