Are you fascinated by the complexities of human relationships and the workings of society? Do you find yourself pondering the ways in which social structures, cultures, and behaviours impact our lives? Have you wondered how advancements in the realms of politics, governance, economy and culture can help bring about positive change in society? If your answers to these questions are affirmative, then a degree in Social Science might be the perfect route for you to take.
Social Science is the study of society. It looks at how people behave and interact with one another. Social Science can help us understand how society functions and what it means to be human. The study of Social Science includes psychology, sociology, criminology, development studies, geography and political studies.
By studying societies and understanding how people behave and interact, we can help to build better societies. We can improve the way our governments work, improve our education systems and we can create better ways to help members of society.
The IIE Bachelor of Social Science, available at Emeris, offers specialisation in a range of study areas including: International Studies and Political Studies, Geography & Environmental Science and Development Studies, Psychology and Criminology & Criminal Justice, Criminology & Criminal Justice and Sociology, or Psychology and Sociology.
Choose a qualification from Emeris today; your ticket to a world of possibilities! If you are interested in applying for the IIE Bachelor of Social Science degree, more information can be found here.
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Choose the programme that matches your goals. All include practical experience and industry exposure.
Duration: 4 years part-time
Bachelor Degree
NQF Level: 7
Credits: 360
Faculty: Faculty of Humanities
Duration: 3 years full-time
Bachelor Degree
NQF Level: 7
Credits: 360
Faculty: Faculty of Humanities
Duration: 3 years full-time
Bachelor Degree
NQF Level: 7
Credits: 360
Faculty: Faculty of Law
Duration: 4 years part-time
Bachelor Degree
NQF Level: 7
Credits: 360
Faculty: Faculty of Humanities
Duration: 3 years full-time
Bachelor Degree
NQF Level: 7
Credits: 360
Faculty: Faculty of Humanities
Choose the programme that matches your goals. All include practical experience and industry exposure.
Duration: 1 year full-time
Honours Degree
NQF Level: 8
Credits: 120
Faculty: Faculty of Commerce
Duration: 1 year full-time
Honours Degree
NQF Level: 8
Credits: 120
Faculty: Faculty of Humanities
Duration: 2 years part-time
Masters
NQF Level: 9
Credits: 180
Faculty: Faculty of Humanities
After completing an IIE Bachelor of Social Science degree you will be able to pursue a number of social science positions including:
• Criminal justice, policy development and human services
• The police, courts and corrections
• Government departments and non-governmental organisations
• Restorative justice processes, victim counselling and employee assistance programmes
• Field work, addressing geographical and environmental problems
• International relations, foreign policy and politics (local and national)
• Psychology, counselling and societal development
• Research and academia
An educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education
Formed by the strategic evolution of The IIE's Varsity College, IIE MSA, Vega and
the School of Hospitality and Service Management, uniting under the Emeris name.
Emeris is an educational brand of The Independent Institute of Education (Pty) Ltd which is registered with the Department of Higher Education and Training as a private higher education institution under the Higher Education Act, 1997 (reg. no. 2007/HE07/002). Company registration number: 1987/004754/07. View certificate here.
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