Are you unsure of your major, but have an interest in learning more about subjects such as sociology, history, psychology, economics, global studies, and other related areas? Are you interested in understanding why people make the decisions that they do? If you want to learn more about human behavior, then the liberal arts social and behavioral sciences might be perfect for you!
Allan Hancock College’s liberal arts: social and behavioral sciences program emphasizes
the perspective, concepts, theories, and methodologies typically found in the disciplines
that comprise study in the social and behavioral sciences. Students will learn about
themselves and others as members of a larger society. Discussions will stimulate critical
thinking about ways people have acted in response to their societies and allow students
to evaluate how societies and social subgroups operate.
The Associate degree in liberal arts is designed for students who wish to have a broad
knowledge of social sciences. Students may find courses that they are interested in
studying further and transfer to a four-year university to pursue a degree in psychology,
history, sociology, global studies, child development, and many more.
This program will help you to:
- understand human behavior in relation to human social, political, and economic institutions
- develop individual responsibility, personal integrity, and respect for diverse people and culture
- study the past in order to understand and analyze present and future issues, problems, and projects
- understand the ways in which people act in response to society
Degrees and Certificates Offered
Each program has unique requirements. The order in which you take courses may affect your completion time. Visit the links below to view the program requirements and a general semester-by-semester course schedule.
Associate in Arts- Liberal Arts: Social and Behavioral Sciences (Transfer)
Associate in Arts- Liberal Arts: Social & Behavioral Sciences (Nontransfer)
To view all available degrees and certificates visit the Allan Hancock College course catalog.
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Contact Information
Dean of Student Services
Yvonne Teniente-Cuello,
(pronouns: Her, Hers, She)
805-922-6966 ext. 3631
yteniente@hancockcollege.edu
Department Chair
Cynthia Diaz
805-922-6966 ext.3708
cdiaz@hancockcollege.edu
Administrative Support
Pablo Andrade-Arreola
Administrative Assistant
805-922-6966 ext.3631
pablo.andradearreola@hancockcollege.edu
Location
Santa Maria Campus
Building A, 1st Floor Student Services
1-805-922-6966 ext. 3293
Lompoc Valley Center
Building 1
805-735-3366 ext. 5374
