Careers in Social Science

Social scientists work in a range of roles in a variety of sectors including in business, in the public sector and for charities. Studying social science at school and beyond brings knowledge, skills and ways of thinking that broaden your horizons and open doors to a wide range of opportunities.

Whether working as a leader in business, setting up as an entrepreneur, training for a career as a specialist in town planning, psychology, law or accounting, or using your insights about people and society to pursue a career in public relations and media, international relations or as an economist, the social sciences provide you with the flexibility and employment skills to shape the career you want.

Why study social science?

Are you fascinated by people, communities and society? Do you want to help solve some of the greatest challenges facing our world today? Then studying the social sciences may well be for you.

Meet the Government Social Researcher

As a Government Social Reseacher, Natasha conducts research and analyses data about people, society and behaviours to inform UK Government policies and decision making.

Where can a social science degree lead?

Interested in studying social science at university? Great choice! Social scientists have skills and knowledge that are in demand across a range of sectors leading to a variety of interesting and rewarding careers. Whether you’re interested in establishing yourself in the world of business, want to help others in the wider community or put your research skills to use in shaping public policy, a degree in social science gives you the skills and knowledge to shape your career.

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  • Discover Economics

    Royal Economics Society View

  • I am a geographer

    Royal Geographical Society (with IBG) View

  • Find your career in psychology

    British Psychological Society View

  • Become a planner

    Royal Town Planning Institute View

  • Careers with statistics

    Royal Statistical Society View

  • Sociologist careers

    British Sociological Association View

  • Careers in Evaluation

    UK Evaluation Society View

  • Discover Anthropology

    Royal Anthropological Institute View

  • Careers with Social Policy

    Social Policy Association View

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    Academy of Social Sciences View

  • Positive Prospects

    Academy of Social Sciences View

  • Vital Business

    Academy of Social Sciences View