Integrative Social Science ,BS
Analyst, Conflict, Integrative Social Science, Interdisciplinary Social Science, Policy, Political, Social Sciences, economics, ethics, sociology
Be a solution maker within the interconnected disciplines of sociology, economics, political science and other modern disciplinary fields. Through this integrative approach, you'll gain valuable insights into various aspects of human life, giving you a powerful lens through which to look at our world.
In the Bachelor of Science program in integrative social science, students in the disciplines of the social sciences are prepared to meet the complex issues that confront today's society. The social sciences encompass a wide variety of disciplines that focus on societies, institutions, behaviors and interactions. Some of the most important social sciences include economics (inquiry into the production, distribution, and consumption of goods and services), political science (inquiry into government, public management systems, public institutions and citizen engagement), and sociology (inquiry into society, social behavior, patterns of social relationships, social interaction and culture). Individually, these disciplines provide valuable insights into various aspects of human life and can help to address societal challenges and problems. However, when the disciplines are brought together in an integrative approach, the model provides an even more powerful lens through which to understand the world.
Examples of the integrative model include:
- sociologists and economists combining models to address issues of homelessness and poverty
- sociologists and political economists collaborating to understand how cultural practices impact economic development
- sociologists, political scientists and economist perspectives coming together to undertake community impact analysis
Benefits of integrative studies include:
- Enhanced collaboration: Integrative studies encourages teamwork and knowledge sharing.
- Expanded set of problem-solving tools: Instead of the narrow tools of one discipline, students have an expansive set of tools to apply to complex sociological issues.
- Holistic understanding: Combining perspectives provides a comprehensive view of complex issues.
- Innovative solutions: Integrative approaches foster creativity and innovation.
- College/school:
College of Integrative Sciences and Arts
- Location: Polytechnic
- Second language requirement: No
- STEM-OPT extension eligible: No
- First
required math course:
MAT 142 - College Mathematics
Any math course that meets the MATH designation. - Math
intensity: General
Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
General university admission requirements:
All students are required to meet general
university admission requirements.
First-year
| Transfer
| International
| Readmission
A current ASU student has no additional requirements for changing majors.
Students should visit the Change of Major form for information about how to change a major to this program.
ASU is committed to helping students thrive by offering tools that allow personalization of the transfer path to ASU. Students may use MyPath2ASU® to outline a list of recommended courses to take prior to transfer.
ASU has transfer partnerships in Arizona and across the country to create a simplified transfer experience for students. These pathway programs include exclusive benefits, tools and resources, and they help students save time and money in their college journey.
Students are able to enhance their understanding of societal structure and human interaction through unique cultural experiences found by studying abroad. They gain heightened cultural competency, communication and critical thinking skills while exploring a new and exciting part of the world.
Because of their mastery of the multiple methodologies of the social sciences, graduates of the program have many more professional opportunities available to them than their peers with single-discipline training.
Professionals with expertise in analyzing complex social and global issues are in high demand across sectors and industries, including business, public administration, politics and community organizations. Those who possess skills in the analysis of social phenomena and complex social problems are valuable to businesses and institutions that rely on data-driven strategies for engagement and growth.
Career examples include:
- administrator
- government agent
- public relations specialist
- social and community service manager
- social science research analyst
- social scientist
- solutions resource specialist
Example job titles and salaries listed below are not necessarily entry level, and students should take into consideration how years of experience and geographical location may affect pay scales. Some jobs also may require advanced degrees, certifications or state-specific licensure.
| Career | *Growth | *Median salary |
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6.5%
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$47,290
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2.2%
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$49,230
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1.0%
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$62,360
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4.8%
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$50,470
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6.6%
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$128,020
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6.1%
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$67,440
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2.6%
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$75,390
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9.1%
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$74,240
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School of Applied Sciences and Arts
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3 year programs
These programs allow students to fast-track their studies after admission and earn a bachelor's degree in three years or fewer while participating in the same high-quality educational experience of a 4-year option. Students should talk to their academic advisor to get started.
Accelerated master's
These programs allow students to accelerate their studies to earn a bachelor's plus a master's degree in as few as five years (for some programs).
Each program has requirements students must meet to be eligible for consideration. Acceptance to the graduate program requires a separate application. Students typically receive approval to pursue the accelerated master’s during the junior year of their bachelor's degree program. Interested students can learn about eligibility requirements and how to apply.
