Programs Degrees Summer Programs Graduate Study General Social Science Courses |
Social ScienceThe social science area provides coursework and learning experiences in human behavior, society, history, and culture from the perspective of several disciplines. General social science courses address a broad range of issues from an interdisciplinary perspective. The goal of these courses is to develop a holistic understanding of complex contemporary issues. Back to top of page.ProgramsCenter for First Nation Studies
Criminology
Economics
Geography
History
International Studies
Political Science
Psychology
Sociology and Anthropology
Back to top of page.DegreesBA and BS in Anthropology, Criminology, Economics, Geography, History, Human Services, International Studies, Political Science, Psychology, Social Science, and Sociology
MA and MS degrees in Applied Psychology, with tracks in Organizational Training and Development, Human Services, and Mental Health Counseling
MinorsAfrican and Middle Eastern History (History)
Anthropology (Sociology and Anthropology)
Asian History (History)
Criminology (Criminology)
Economics (Economics)
European History (History)
Geography (Geography)
History of Women and Minorities (History)
International Peace Studies (Interdisciplinary)
Latin American History (History)
Latin American Studies (Interdisciplinary)
Native American Studies (Interdisciplinary)
Political Science (Political Science)
Psychology (Psychology)
Sociology (Sociology and Anthropology)
United States History (History)
The Interdisciplinary Minors section begins on page 152.
CertificatesCertificate in Applied Cultural Anthropology
Certificate in Applied Finance and Economics
Certificate in Cultural Resource Management
Certificate in Native American Studies
Back to top of page.Summer ProgramsCourses ranging from 100-level to graduate level are usually offered during Summer Session, and coursework from the approved curriculum is scheduled for each discipline. In addition, multidisciplinary classes with special study programs and workshops are frequently offered. Back to top of page.Graduate StudyMaster of arts or master of science degrees in social science are offered through the Department of Health and Physical Education. The Master in Applied Psychology (MAP) is offered by the Department of Psychology. For more information, please refer to the specific departmental listings and to the Graduate Studies section on page 173. Back to top of page.General Social Science CoursesSee Course Prerequisites PolicyLower Division Courses| SSc 199 Special Studies | | Credit to be arranged |
| SSc 209 Practicum | | Credit to be arranged |
| SSc 210 Environmental Resources I | | 4 credits | | Offers an interdisciplinary study of how scientific information is combined with social science procedures to address and solve environmental problems in our society. Fosters environmental awareness, stimulates discussion, and encourages critical analysis of environmental problems. | | Prerequisite: Intended for environmental studies (ES) majors who have completed an Explorations sequence in biology, chemistry, or geology, plus a social science course or an Explorations sequence in social science, plus a science course in biology, chemistry, or geology. | | Cross-listed with Sc 210 |
| SSc 211, 212, 213 Explorations in Social Science | | 3–4 credits | | Satisfies general education requirements as an Explorations sequence in social science. |
Upper Division Courses| SSc 310 Environmental Resources II | | 4 credits | | Offers an interdisciplinary study of how scientific information is combined with social science procedures to address and solve environmental problems in our society. Fosters environmental awareness, stimulates discussion, and encourages critical analysis of environmental problems. | | Prerequisite: Sc/SSc 210. | | Cross-listed with Sc 310 |
| SSc 351 Oregon’s Future | | 4 credits | | Presents an interdisciplinary approach to contemporary issues in Oregon, including politics and history; population demographics; educational problems and reforms; budgetary outlook, tax restructuring, and spending issues; the status of prisons and crimes; and environmental issues. | | Cross-listed with Ec 351 |
| SSc 387 American Economic History | | 4 credits | | Covers the economic development of the United States and the evolution of American economic institutions from colonial times to the present. | | Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing. | | Cross-listed with Ec 387 and Hst 387 |
| SSc 389 America in the Global Economy | | 4 credits | | Examines the transformation of the American economy since World War II and its growing interdependence with and integration into the world economy. Emphasizes current problems such as budget and trade deficits, international debt, world competitiveness, protectionism, and economic cooperation with other countries. | | Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing. | | Cross-listed with Ec 389 |
| SSc 399 Special Studies | | Credit to be arranged |
| SSc 401/501 Research | | Credit to be arranged |
| SSc 403/503 Thesis | | Credit to be arranged |
| SSc 405/505 Reading and Conference | | Credit to be arranged |
| SSc 407/507 Seminar | | Credit to be arranged |
| SSc 408/508 Workshop | | Credit to be arranged |
| SSc 409/509 Practicum | | Credit to be arranged (maximum 15 credits) |
| SSc 437/537 Conservation in the United States | | 4 credits | | Explores the evolution of Western environmental perceptions from classical times to present. Focuses on environmental movements in the United States, the forces behind environmental crisis, and the responses by society and its institutions. | | Prerequisite: Geog 111, 112, or 108 and upper division or graduate standing. | | Cross-listed with Geog 437/537 |
| SSc 439/539 Land Use Planning | | 4 credits | | Applies land use planning history and legal foundations to provide the framework for exploring problems in land use planning, development, and public policy formulation. Pays particular attention to Oregon’s land use planning legislation and its regional implementation. Geog 350 recommended. | | Prerequisite: Geog 107 or 108 | | Prerequisite: Upper division or graduate standing | | Cross-listed with Geog 439/539 |
| SSc 494 Environmental Studies Capstone | | 4 credits | | Students plan a research project, write a project proposal, conduct research, write a final report, and make an oral presentation to faculty and peers in a single term. | | Prerequisite: ES major, junior standing, and completion of the lower division environmental studies core sequence. | | Cross-listed with Sc 494 |
| SSc 495 Environmental Studies Honors Capstone | | 4–8 credits | | Students who demonstrate the initiative and ability to develop and complete a project on their own may request permission to take Sc/SSc 495. Following faculty approval, the student works with a faculty mentor and other resource people as needed to develop a project proposal, conduct research, complete the project, write a final report, and make an oral presentation to faculty and peers. Credits assigned by project size. | | Prerequisite: ES major | | Prerequisite: junior standing | | Prerequisite: completion of Sc/SSc 210 and Sc/SSc 310 | | Prerequisite: consent of ES advisor | | Cross-listed with Sc 495 |
| SSc 496 Environmental Studies Senior Project Report | | 2 credits | | Students prepare a draft and final interdisciplinary report on the completed project and present the results to their cohort and students in Sc/SSc 210 and/or a separate seminar. | | Prerequisite: SSc 495 | | Cross-listed with Sc 496 |
Graduate Courses| SSc 510 Selected Topics in Social Science | | Credit to be arranged |
| SSc 511 Contemporary Developments in the Social Sciences | | 3 credits | | Explores new thoughts, trends, and developments in selected social science areas. Examines current research studies on contemporary problems. |
| SSc 514 Education in Sociological Perspectives | | 3 credits | | Examines literature and research related to the current and historical role of public education in American society from the multiple perspectives of the social sciences. Strengthens analytical skills by applying social science research to the assessment of educational change and public policy on the purpose and operation of public schools, including selected instructional and curricular innovations. | | Cross-listed with Ed 514 |
| SSc 516 Contemporary America | | 3 credits | | Studies contemporary social, political, military, and economic issues and problems. Research paper required. |
| SSc 530 The Contemporary World | | 3 credits | | Offers a historical and critical approach to understanding contemporary issues and problems. Research paper required. |
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