By seeta.bhardwa@…, 17 February, 2026

Why study the social sciences?

There are many reasons why a student may choose to study the social sciences. The social sciences encompass a series of subjects that help us to understand humans and the world. They enable us to decipher human behaviour, how societies function and how different communities are formed. Studying the social sciences will help students who are interested in pursuing careers that work with people and in the community.

By ashton.wenborn, 16 February, 2026

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