Social Sciences is a wide field of study and has several sub-divisions. They deal with the study of societies and understand the intricacies of what and why people do certain things. In simple terms, Social Sciences is the science of societies. Some major disciplines of Social Sciences include Anthropology, Economics, History, Political Science, Psychology, and Sociology.
Indian universities typically offer bachelor to doctorate level degrees in Social Sciences. There are a variety of disciplines and degrees to choose from. Admissions are done on both merit basis and through entrance tests. One such major university is MGU or the Mansarovar Global University. Students from past and present have confirmed it as the best university in MP for the field of Social Science. The Social Science degree offers BA, MA, and diploma degrees in over 29 specializations. After completing a degree in Social science, graduates can seek out employment in many fields and industries. Some of the popular career options are as below.
Career Options After a Social Sciences Degree
Historian: A Historian, as the name suggests, is an expert in History. They learn about the past and present of the human race and study the passage of time. In higher studies, they could specialize in a specific period of time in history. Some major recruiters for Historians include Government departments and organizations, museums, publishing, nonprofits, research organizations, media houses, etc.
Teacher: After a Social Sciences degree, one of the safest and popular options students can choose is that of a teacher. One can teach different subjects from junior to senior classes. Jobs are available at Government schools with a bachelor’s degree in Education and/or a national level entrance test score. On the other hand, private school teachers might not even need to sit for any entrance tests.
Economist: An Economist is a professional who works with numbers to understand the market and the movement of products and services. They typically work with large amounts of data, analyzing them to find patterns and make predictions. Much of their work requires the knowledge of Statistics to complete. Economists can work with Governmental organizations, banks, and other financial institutions and corporations.
Sociologist: Sociologists are experts in the study of human beings and their behaviour in groups and society. They study various aspects of human nature such as race, wealth, crime and also find the ‘why’ factor of certain behaviours. The goal of their work is to find discoveries in the field of Sociology through research, interviews & surveys. The findings are presented in presentations, publications, journals, etc.
Psychologist: Psychologists work with people in diagnosing and treating them for disturbances in their emotions and mental health, helping them navigate towards living a happy and fulfilling life. Most psychologists work with not just emotional issues but also the behavioural and developmental issues faced by human beings. They typically have their practices but can also work with an organization or hospital that provides these services.
Geographer: Geographers study and research the earth and the distribution of the physical features, elements, and events. They conduct their work through maps, satellite imagery, photographs, and also through physical fieldwork. Importantly, their work also involves studying the human element with relation to the surrounding nature. Their work is then used for public projects such as land development and also to help with environmental protection.
Statistician: Statisticians are, as per the name, experts in the field of statistics. They use their knowledge to work with large sets of data and analyze them to understand patterns out of them after looking for the relations in them. They use different Statistical models and practices to perform their job accurately. The end goal is to help with major business decisions and to build up strategies. Their findings are presented, in the form of reports and presentations, to upper management and also to stakeholders who need information on forecasts and profit predictions.
Anthropologist: Anthropologists are individuals who study the evolution of human beings over the years. Here, evolution refers to the biological, linguistic, religious, physical, social, and also cultural changes experienced by humans over history. A lot of their work is done in the field, working with the local people and using the best investigative skills to analyze information. They work on a project-to-project basis and each project takes up years to finish. Their findings help Governments and also institutions in different work aspects. Anthropologists can find employment in universities, research firms, publishing, and media, etc.
Education Counsellor: Education Counsellors work with students in recommending the suitable career path and course to take up – based on the individual’s likes, dislikes, and skills. They help students connect with proper colleges, courses, scholarships which are also in tune with their recommendations. The work of an Educational Counsellor is much needed in the case of students who are confused and need help in deciding which career path to take. They also work with the parents of the students in understanding their budget constraints and other important factors.
Museum Curator: Museum curators work with museums in collecting and displaying artefacts. They are tasked with maintaining, archiving, studying, and displaying collections. Restoration of artefacts, arranging funds for events, and handling customer queries for artefacts are a part of their job description. The curators also have a network of people which they use to keep track of new items that they can procure for their museums and events. A considerable amount of travel is needed to perform this job.
So, if you are someone who is pursuing social sciences or thinking to opt for a social science course then this opportunity guide can be your knight in shining armour. These are some of the most exciting and appropriate career options for social science graduates.
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