Social Science Degree

Social Science is a field of study focused society and the associated relationships between people. The primary sub-disciplines include: Political Science, Economics, Sociology, Geography, Anthropology, Archaeology, History, and Linguistics. Get more details below including other California colleges that offer social science degrees.

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West Valley College

9000 Overland Avenue, Culver City, CA

West Valley College breeds success. The college seeks to offer one-on-one interaction between students and faculty. Many students have been successful. Last year 571 students transferred to the University of California and California State University. Additionally, 552 students were awarded Associate degrees. Tuition at West Valley College is $46 per unit for California residents.

The college host students from 25 countries that will become future global leaders. Classes are offered on a 143 acre campus in Saratoga, California which is at the foothills of the Santa Cruz Mountains. Student enrollment is currently over 11,000. There are 166 full-time professors and 275 associate faculty members. Currently, there are 58 associate degree programs offered as well as 91 certificate programs. West Valley College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Community and Junior Colleges of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.

West Valley College is an excellent place to start a new career. No matter if you just finished high school or are looking to start a second career, West Valley College offers a career program right for you. Programs are offered in Administration of Justice, Business, Child Studies, Community Education, Computer Application Programs, Computer Arts, Animation, Computer Information Systems, Court Reporting, Interior Design, Geospatial Technology, Historic Preservation, Landscape Architecture, and Park Management.

Athletic competition helps to create all-around individuals that succeed inside and outside of the classroom. Sports breed a strong work ethic through practice. West Valley College offers baseball, basketball, football, soccer, softball, swimming, track and field, volleyball, and water polo.

Career Options for Graduates

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Transportation Planners

Description

Prepare studies for proposed transportation projects. Gather, compile, and analyze data. Study the use and operation of transportation systems. Develop transportation models or simulations.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, transportation planners employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -2.0% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).