A miscellaneous accumulation of studies related to history, psychology, sociology, political science, and economics, Social science has always been a subject of great importance. Related to the social and cultural issues from the whole world, social science has always been adored by the students having an intense interest in human history and nature. Helping in revealing the artistic version of a student, social science has remained one of the most favored subjects and keenly studied by various students who want to pursue a career in this domain. Many students opt not to take social science as a major or pursue further education in the subject due to their belief of limited career options. However, quite contrary to some of the common views, social science does hold immense opportunities which can not only fetch name and fame but also can reward handsome salaries.

To draw the attention of the students who hold immense interest in social science and want to create a future in this field, some of the career options are listed below.

• Sociologist: The students who like to interact with people more by understanding and analyzing their living standards and culture can opt for a career as a sociologist. Sociologists generally do researches related to current social issues, conduct surveys and interviews to collect data, and prepare reports according to it. Mostly utilized by the administrators and the lawmakers to eradicate social stigmas, the reports generated by sociologists play a significant role in formulating laws, rules, and different policies.
  • Qualification: Degree in Sociology

• Political Scientist: Students who have a genuine interest in politics should undoubtedly go for political scientists as a career option. Considered as one of the highest paying profession for students of social science, a political scientist explore every political trend across the world, starting from the ancient eras to the current modern generation’s. After qualitative and quantitative analysis of data and statistics related to the political phenomenon, political scientists predict trends by outlining the future outcome of election results and political issues. Political scientists generally work with government institutions and political parties.
  • Qualification:  Degree in Political Science

• Geographer: A study about the earth, climate, soil patterns, and vegetation geography is a study of both physical as well as social sciences. By studying the maps, satellite images, and photographs, geographers collect data and patterns using technologies such as GPS, GIS, and remote sensing. They also study about political and cultural issues related to geography. Based on their data and observations, the upcoming calamities or environmental changes are predicted. Geographers are generally hired for Govt. Institutions, telecommunication departments, news channels, and teachers.
  • Qualification: Degree in Geography

• Economist: a study related to the management of finances and resources, economics deals with goods, products, and services. Analyzing the production and distributions of goods and services, economists help governments and companies in dealing with economic crises. They generally draw their theories about the current and future market growth and their impact on the country’s economy, which are considered as of great assistance while either preparing for a future crisis or surviving one.
  • Qualification: Degree in Economics

• Archeologist and Anthropologist: Studying about human origin and existence, anthropologists and archeologists analyze and research the developments of human origin. They study history to acquire knowledge about human culture and civilization through surveys, interviews and excavating sites of ancient civilizations. They often work for museums, historical sites, national parks, and CRM firms.
  • Qualification: Degree in Archeology or Anthropology