Social Sciences
Life is one big system of chaos , driven by human behaviour and relationships . If you want to understand more about how societies establish resilient structures to maintain social order as well as promote policy , democracy and equality then choose one of our courses in social science .
You will gain a vast range of knowledge and understanding of society , culture and human interaction and learn to perceive the world in a different way . Whichever path you take you will leave with a well-rounded transferable skillset , ready to specialise in your chosen area and find employment opportunities in private , public and voluntary sector organisations .
What kind of career could I have ?
Additional Support Needs Teacher Community Educator Counsellor Human Resources Primary School Teacher Probation Officer Psychologist Public Services Worker Social Worker And more …
What route can I take to my ideal career ?
You can start at SCQF Level 4 ( the equivalent to National 4s ) and progress through HNC / HND then on to year 2 or 3 of a degree at Fife College or one of our partner universities , or move into employment .
Visit fife . ac . uk / socialsciences for more information and a full list of courses in this area .
£ 35,880
Average salary of a psychologist in the UK
Did you know ?
11,000 social workers are currently employed in Scotland with an average salary of £ 37,000
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