The Benefits of a Degree in the Humanities and Social Sciences
The value of studying disciplines in the humanities and social sciences is often debated. Whether you choose to major, minor, or try an elective in one of our many traditional or interdisciplinary programs, we offer the courses that will give you the essential skills for success in your career and in life. Learn how to work in a team, mature in your critical thinking, and flourish as a good communicator along with so much more.
We live in a changing world, but subjects like philosophy, religion, rhetoric and politics, are as old as the oldest colleges and are still offered for good reason. Read more below about the personal benefits to you of studying in the humanities and social sciences, what employers think of hiring graduates who study in these fields, where the jobs are for humanities and social science majors, and who are the successful people who have majored in these fields.
Immerse yourself in the humanities and social sciences, or just stop by for a taste or two of any of our hundreds of intriguing and engaging courses. Open the books in humanities and social sciences and join the others who have become #BCthinkers.
Employers Want and Need Humanities and Social Sciences Majors
CEOs are quick to point out why they prefer to hire graduates who come to them with degrees in the humanities and social sciences. Graduates who are good listeners and can think critically are much in demand.
Benefits to You of a Major in the Humanities and Social Sciences
Whether it's ultimately having greater job satisfaction or benefiting from higher earnings, the good news is that following your passion will not hurt your employability.
Institutional Support for Humanities and Social Sciences Majors
Institutions and foundations are eager to support the humanities and social sciences. See what is being put in place to make your dream major an even better choice.
Finding a Job With a Humanities and Social Sciences Major
Discover and use the tips and tools that will help you find an internship while still in college and get you on the road to that first job after you graduate.
Discussions Around the Humanities and Social Sciences
There are doubters and defenders. Whatever the case, there are always strong arguments for why the humanities and social sciences majors are good choices and here to stay.
Successful Humanities and Social Sciences Majors
You might be surprised to find out who majored in one of the humanities or social sciences disciplines. The list of CEOs who majored in English includes a one-time CEO of Disney and the chairman of Alibaba. Meet some others whose majors will surprise you.
