October 3, 2023

Study Abroad Programs: Social Sciences

Study Social Sciences abroad to broaden your understanding of human behavior, social structures, and cultural dynamics across the globe. Programs in this field offer a range of courses that may cover topics such as sociology, anthropology, psychology, economics, and political science. As a social science student, you will be able to analyze complex social issues and develop critical thinking skills through coursework, research, and fieldwork.

Study abroad programs in Social Sciences are designed to provide students with opportunities to engage in cultural immersion, internships, and research projects in diverse settings. These programs typically offer experiential learning opportunities, such as community service projects, field trips, and cultural excursions, to help students connect theory with practice. By studying abroad, you will also gain valuable intercultural communication skills and a global perspective that will be invaluable in your future academic and professional pursuits.

Subcategories for Social Sciences

International Relations 401 programs
Political Science and Government 386 programs
Economics 366 programs
Sociology 244 programs
Anthropology 177 programs
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Social Sciences - Featured Programs

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Study Abroad Reviews for SIT Study Abroad: Samoa - Social and Environmental Change in Oceania
SIT Study Abroad: Samoa - Social and Environmental Change in Oceania

Discover the social, economic, and political impacts of globalization, westernization, and climate change in Oceania.The launching point for the settlement of Polynesia, i...

4.4

4 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for SIT Study Abroad: Morocco - Human Rights, Social Justice, and Cultural Transformation
SIT Study Abroad: Morocco - Human Rights, Social Justice, and Cultural Transformation
Program Announcement:
Apply by November 1, 2023

Examine challenges shaping Morocco and the Arab world since the 2011 Arab Spring. Learn about movements for human rights and social justice, and the cultural transformatio...

4.6

4 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for IES Abroad: Quito - IES Abroad in Quito
IES Abroad: Quito - IES Abroad in Quito

Sit back, relax, and dream about the adventures that await you in Ecuador. First, imagine exploring Quito’s vibrant neighborhoods and admiring the beautiful colonial Spani...

4.3

3 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for The School for Field Studies / SFS: Chile – Climate Studies in Patagonia
The School for Field Studies / SFS: Chile – Climate Studies in Patagonia

In Chilean Patagonia, towering pinnacles clash with rivers of ice, and life persists in the face of challenging seasonal extremes. Penguins, foxes, sea lions, and guanaco ...

4.7

3 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for Semester at Sea Study Abroad: Make the World Your Campus
Semester at Sea Study Abroad: Make the World Your Campus
Program Announcement:
Apply now using the code "Abroad101" to waive your $50 application fee! Learn More

Semester at Sea is the only study abroad program of its kind in the world. Using a ship as our floating campus, Semester at Sea's around-the-world and regional itineraries...

5.0

2 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for SIT Study Abroad: Spain & Ireland - Geopolitics & the Future of the European Union
SIT Study Abroad: Spain & Ireland - Geopolitics & the Future of the European Union

Engage with questions of citizenship, sovereignty, and borders in Spain’s Basque country, Catalonia, and Ireland.As Europe battles internal tensions in a new geopolitical ...

4.5

4 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for Arcadia: London - Queen Mary University of London
Arcadia: London - Queen Mary University of London

This unique institution blends a traditional campus with green space and the bustling international and cu...

4.0

4 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for SIT Study Abroad: Chile - Cultural Identity, Social Justice, and Community Development
SIT Study Abroad: Chile - Cultural Identity, Social Justice, and Community Development

Explore Chile’s recent political and social history and how Chileans are reconciling with the past to create a more equitable and culturally inclusive society.Chile has un...

4.4

7 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for SIT Study Abroad: Switzerland - International Studies and Multilateral Diplomacy (Summer)
SIT Study Abroad: Switzerland - International Studies and Multilateral Diplomacy (Summer)

A global hub for diplomacy, Geneva is home to more than a dozen major international organizations such as the Red Cross, World Health Organization, United Nations agencies...

4.0

3 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for SOAS, University of London: London - Direct Enrollment & Exchange
SOAS, University of London: London - Direct Enrollment & Exchange

SOAS, University of London is the only Higher Education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East. SOAS is a remarkable ...

3.6

8 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for IES Abroad: Tokyo - Language & Culture
IES Abroad: Tokyo - Language & Culture

Tea ceremony, calligraphy, music, dance, and martial arts—Japan is a medley of culture, old and new, that you can explore during your time in Tokyo. Live and learn in this...

4.7

5 reviews
Study Abroad Reviews for SAI Study Abroad: Barcelona - Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona (UAB)
SAI Study Abroad: Barcelona - Universitat Autonoma de Barcelona (UAB)

SAI invites students to experience Barcelona's vibrant diversity.SAI’s partner school, the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona (UAB), is a dynamic institution with an excell...

4.6

4 reviews