Compare two majors
Pick any two majors to see courses, skills, and typical career roles side by side. Useful if you're weighing two options that sound similar, like Computer Science vs. Data Science, or Biology vs. Biochemistry.
Social Sciences
Psychology
The scientific study of mind, brain, and behavior.
Typical courses
- ✓Introduction to Psychology
- ✓Research Methods in Psychology
- ✓Statistics for Psychology
- ✓Developmental Psychology
- ✓Abnormal Psychology
- ✓Cognitive Psychology
Skills you'll build
Research design and statistical analysisUnderstanding human behavior and cognitionCritical evaluation of psychological claims and studiesInterviewing and observational skillsScientific writing (APA style)Understanding research ethicsApplying theory to real behavioral questions
Good fit if you...
- ★Curious about why people think and act the way they do
- ★Comfortable with statistics and research methods
- ★Interested in both science and people
- ★Wants a flexible degree that opens many different paths
Roles this could lead to
Social Sciences
Sociology
How societies, groups, and institutions shape human life.
Typical courses
- ✓Introduction to Sociology
- ✓Sociological Theory
- ✓Research Methods
- ✓Statistics for Social Science
- ✓Social Inequality
- ✓Race, Class, and Gender
Skills you'll build
Social research design (surveys, interviews, ethnography)Statistical analysis of social dataCritical analysis of social structures and inequalityClear, evidence-based writingUnderstanding institutions and group dynamicsCultural competence and perspective-takingPolicy-relevant research skills
Good fit if you...
- ★Curious about social patterns, institutions, and inequality
- ★Enjoys reading, discussion, and evidence-based argument
- ★Comfortable with both qualitative and quantitative research
- ★Interested in social issues and how communities function
Roles this could lead to
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