Social Science Department Programs

Miami-Dade Community College Social Science Department, Kendall Campus

Miami-Dade Community College offers more than 200 programs leading to the Associate in Science and Associate in Arts degrees, as well as numerous certificates.

The Social Science Department of the Kendall Campus offers Associate in Arts degrees in many disciplines. On this page, you will find a listing of our Programs. Use the links below to access other academic information:

Program Description: The Associate in Arts degree is the degree designed for transfer to upper-division universities. These university parallel or college transfer areas of concentration prepare students to enter the junior year at four-year upper-division colleges and universities.

Anthropology
Anthropology is the study of humankind. Course offerings prepare the student in the four fields of the discipline: Cultural Anthropology, Physical Anthropology, Anthropological Linguistics, and Archaeology. The curriculum prepares students for subsequent upper division work. Students majoring in Anthropology should plan to obtain a graduate degree to fully succeed in the field.

History
History as a major is one of the best preparations for students who are considering law school. In addition, history prepares students well for teaching social studies in middle or high school, as well as providing a starting point for careers in teaching history at the college level. History as a major in college also provides a background for those who wish to pursue careers in state or federal government positions. Finally, history is an excellent general liberal arts major for students who plan to later attend graduate or professional school in the arts or business.

International Relations
This program is designed to equip students with a fundamental orientation in the field of international relations, to provide basic methods of approach to this field of study and to provide intelligent observation of international affairs. Employment opportunities are to be found in government service, teaching, and business.

Political Science
A baccalaureate in Political Science provides a strong foundation for students planning to pursue graduate work in the field or to attend law school. Most jobs in political science require a Ph.D. Political scientists are employed as college professors, consultants, writers or by governmental agencies.

Psychology
A major in psychology provides students with courses and information about human behavior. Professional psychologists must continue their education and training beyond the baccalaureate degree. Students wishing to explore careers in counseling, social work or human services should look closely at this undergraduate major.

Social Work
This program prepares students in the field of social welfare for careers as social workers or workers in related human service fields. Social workers provide the link between organized social services and individuals and families who are not able to provide for themselves or who need assistance in solving their problems. Employment areas include hospitals, mental health centers, rehabilitation centers, schools and correctional institutions.

Sociology
This program is designed for students planning careers requiring liberal arts education or specialized competence in social relations or social behavior, including careers in business, government, or the professions.

Program Description: The Associate in Science degree is awarded to students who successfully complete one of the Occupational Education or Allied Health programs. These areas of study are designed primarily to prepare students for immediate employment. However, credits earned for many courses in these programs are acceptable to upper division colleges should the student decide to continue toward a four-year degree.