Social Science-BA
Program Overview
Bachelor of Arts - Social Science - (beyond Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree)
Student Learning Outcomes
- Acquire and interpret scholarly information and data to reach informed, reasoned, and balanced conclusions.
- Synthesize information effectively in oral and written form.
- Demonstrate comprehension of how the core social science disciplines--anthropology, history, political science, and psychology--approach the analysis of human social behavior.
- Apply concepts and methods to an original professional study in social sciences.
Accreditation
This degree is accredited by, the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
Mission Statement
The mission of the Bachelor of Arts in Social Science (BASS) is to fulfill and extend
the mission and philosophy of Great Basin College. The BASS provides a broad interdisciplinary
knowledge base and professional experience. This course of study is designed to instill
abilities in critical thinking, writing, presentation, and research skills, as well
as build an interdisciplinary knowledge base.
Professional Skills and Career Paths
Graduates of social science programs at GBC have gone on to careers in archeology,
education, counseling, human resources, higher education student services, business
management, law, and environmental consultation, to name a few. Others have moved
forward in their existing careers with federal agencies, non-profit groups, and industry.
Social science graduates have also successfully entered graduate programs in anthropology,
history, political science, psychology, education, social work, library science, sociology,
and law. A social science degree prepares a student for many career paths and postgraduate
education.
Admission to the Program
Students who have an Associate of Arts, Associate of Science, or an Associate of Applied
Science (with any major or emphasis) are encouraged to apply for the 2+2 BASS online
program. Students must complete and submit the application form for the BASS to be
formally admitted to the program. Applications are accepted and reviewed continuously.
The application form is available on the GBC website and at the social science department
at the Elko campus (DCIT 105). Transfer students must provide official transcripts
from all other accredited institutions attended before acceptance to complete the
application process.
Formal admission will be pending until transcripts indicate the completion of the
associate degree. Admission is complete when the student receives the acceptance letter
from the BASS program supervisor.
Applications must be received by the 5 p.m. deadline, April 1st for the upcoming fall
semester or November 1st for the upcoming spring semester.
Successful applicants to the program will have:
- Completed an AA, AS, or AAS degree (consisting of at least 60 credits) from an accredited institution of higher learning. Students may apply to the BA program in the semester prior to receiving their associate degree.
- A minimum GPA of 2.5 for the associate's degree
- A grade of C- or higher in ENG 102
Students may be denied entry into the program for violations of the student code of
conduct.
Advisement
Each student admitted to the BASS program will have a faculty member assigned as advisor
by the program supervisor. Students are required to meet with their advisor each semester
to ensure progress toward the degree. Advisor assignment is provided in the letter
of acceptance to the program. To obtain the name of your advisor, please contact the
program administrative assistant at 775.327.2234. Students currently pursuing an AA
or AS degree with an interest in the BASS are encouraged to follow the Associate of
Arts—Social Science pattern of study published within this catalog. Please contact
the program supervisor for additional information.
- Students must maintain a GPA of 2.0 to remain in good standing in the program.
- To graduate, students are required to have a cumulative GPA of 2.0 for all upper-division courses applied to the degree. This includes courses taken at GBC and those transferred from other institutions
- Students must make progress toward the degree with no lapses of enrollment exceeding three semesters.
- Students must comply with the policies of student conduct and academic honesty stated by their instructors, the GBC social science department, Great Basin College, and NSHE.
- Students not meeting the above criteria may be dismissed from the program.
Prerequisite Requirements
Must have completed at least one course from the following lists
Anthropology/Sociology
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ANTH 101 | Intro Cultural Anthropology | 3 Credits |
| SOC 101 | Prin of Sociology | 3 Credits |
History
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HIST 101 | U.S. History to 1877 | 3 Credits |
| HIST 102 | U.S. History Since 1877 | 3 Credits |
| HIST 105 | Eurpn Civilzatn I to 1648 | 3 Credits |
| HIST 106 | European Civil since 1648 | 3 Credits |
| HIST 208 | World History I | 3 Credits |
| HIST 209 | World History II | 3 Credits |
| HIST 217 | Nevada History | 3 Credits |
| HIST 247 | Intro History of Mexico | 3 Credits |
Political Science
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSC 101 | Intro American Politics | 3 Credits |
| PSC 210 | American Public Policy | 3 Credits |
Psychology
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSY 101 | Gen Psychology | 3 Credits |
| PSY 208 | Psy of Human Relations | 3 Credits |
English
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 102 | Composition II | 3 Credits |
U.S and Nevada Constitution: HIST 101 and 102 or PSC 101
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HIST 101 | U.S. History to 1877 | 3 Credits |
| HIST 102 | U.S. History Since 1877 | 3 Credits |
| PSC 101 | Intro American Politics | 3 Credits |
General Education Requirements (beyond those required for AAS).
Students entering with an AAS degree may be required to complete additional General
Education courses
Mastery Courses
Math/Science (one course required)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH 389 | Special Topics in Mathematics | 3 Credits |
| INT 359 | Integrative Math Seminar | 3 Credits |
| GEOL 335 | Earth Resources/Environment | 3 Credits |
| INT 369 | Integrative Science Seminar | 3 Credits |
Program Requirements
Social Science upper-division courses are offered on a rotating schedule. One upper-division
course in history and one course in psychology will be offered every fall semester.
One upper-division course in anthropology and one course in political science will
be offered every spring semester. Check with your advisor or the handbook. This is
critical for the timely completion for your degree.
Anthropology (two courses required)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ANTH 400A | Indians of No America | 3 Credits |
| ANTH 400B | Indians of Great Basin | 3 Credits |
| ANTH 406 | Art in Small-Scale Societies | 3 Credits |
| ANTH 439 | Select Top in Cultural Anthro | 3 Credits |
| ANTH 458 | Origins of Inequality | 3 Credits |
History (two courses required)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| HIST 417C | West National Experience | 3 Credits |
| HIST 434 | Cities in American History | 3 Credits |
| HIST 441 | Am Environmental History | 3 Credits |
| HIST 489B | The Silk Roads | 3 Credits |
| HIST 489C | History of Globalization | 3 Credits |
| HIST 498 | Advanced Historical Studies | 1-3 Credits |
Political Science (two courses required)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSC 401Z | Special Topics in Am Govt | 3 Credits |
| PSC 403C | Environmental Policy | 3 Credits |
| PSC 405G | International Conflict | 3 Credits |
Psychology (two courses required)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PSY 412 | Motivation and Emotion | 3 Credits |
| PSY 435 | Personality | 3 Credits |
| PSY 460 | Social Psychology | 3 Credits |
Additional Social Science (three courses required) Any upper-division ANTH; CRJ; ECON; HIST; PSC; PSY; and/or SW; INT 349.
Written Communications (one course required)
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 310 | Rhetorics of Everyday Texts | 3 Credits |
| ENG 320 | Identities and Texts | 3 Credits |
| ENG 325 | Advanced Literary Study | 3 Credits |
| ENG 327 | Composition III | 3 Credits |
| ENG 329 | Language Study | 3 Credits |
| ENG 333 | Prof Communications | 3 Credits |
| ENG 402A | Advanced Creative Writing | 3 Credits |
| ENG 411B | Principles Modern Grammar | 3 Credits |
| ENG 416C | Special Problems in English | 1-6 Credits |
| ENG 416C | Special Problems in English | 1-6 Credits |
| ENG 433A | Shakespeare:Tragedy/Hist | 3 Credits |
| ENG 449A | British Literature I | 3 Credits |
| ENG 449B | British Literature II | 3 Credits |
| ENG 451A | American Literature I | 3 Credits |
| ENG 451B | American Literature II | 3 Credits |
| ENG 475B | Literary Nonfiction | 3 Credits |
| ENG 497A | Top Multi-Cultural Lit | 3 Credits |
| ENG 498B | English Capstone | 3 Credits |
Methods Requirement
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| INT 301 | Int Rsrch Methodology | 3 Credits |
Capstone in Integrative Studies
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| INT 496 | Capstn/Intgrative Studies | 3 Credits |
Program Electives: (two courses required) Choose from list of courses below or any ANTH, HIST, PSC or PSY
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ANTH 307 | Ancient Civilizations | 3 Credits |
| ANTH 332 | (De)Constructing Race | 3 Credits |
| HIST 208 | World History I | 3 Credits |
| HIST 209 | World History II | 3 Credits |
| HIST 217 | Nevada History | 3 Credits |
| HIST 247 | Intro History of Mexico | 3 Credits |
| HIST 303 | Worlds of Islam | 3 Credits |
| HIST 341 | Global China | 3 Credits |
| PSC 231 | Intro International Relations | 3 Credits |
| PSY 208 | Psy of Human Relations | 3 Credits |
| PSY 241 | Intro to Abnormal Psychology | 3 Credits |
| PSY 233 | Child Psychology | 3 Credits |
| PSY 234 | Psychology of Adolescence | 3 Credits |
| PSY 313 | Well-Being: East Meets West | 3 Credits |
ANTH 333 Select Problems in Anthropology
3 Credits
General Electives: (three courses required). Choose with advisor.
Suggested Course Sequence
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| American Constitutions* | 3 |
| ANTH 101 | 3 |
| Written Communications* | 3-5 |
| Mathematical Reasoning* | 3-6 |
| Oral Communications* | 3 |
| TOTAL | 15-20 |
*Choose with advisor
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Lower-division History* | 3 |
| ENG 102 | 3 |
| Humanities* | 3 |
| PSC 101 or 210* | 3 |
| Technology Proficiency* | 3 |
| TOTAL | 15 |
*Choose with advisor
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Fine Arts* | 3 |
| Program Elective* | 3 |
| PSY 101 or 208* | 3 |
| Structure of Societies* | 3 |
| Scientific Reasoning* | 3 |
| TOTAL | 15 |
*Choose with advisor
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Humanities/Fine Arts* | 3 |
| Program Elective* | 3 |
| Program Elective* | 3 |
| Scientific Data Interpretation* | 3 |
| Foundations: Social Science* | 3 |
| TOTAL | 15 |
*Choose with advisor
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Additional Social Science* | 3 |
| Program Elective* | 3 |
| INT 301 | 3 |
| Upper-division History* | 3 |
| Upper-division Psychology* | 3 |
| TOTAL | 15 |
*Choose with advisor
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Additional Social Science* | 3 |
| Mastery Course* | 3 |
| Program Elective* | 3 |
| Upper-division Anthropology* | 3 |
| Upper-division Political Science* | 3 |
| TOTAL | 15 |
*Choose with advisor
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| Upper-division History* | 3 |
| Upper-division Psychology* | 3 |
| Program Elective* | 3 |
| Program Elective* | 3 |
| TOTAL | 12 |
*Choose with advisor
| Course | Credits |
|---|---|
| INT 496 | 3 |
| Upper-division Anthropology* | 3 |
| Upper-division Political Science* | 3 |
| Program Elective* | 3 |
| Program Elective* | 3 |
| TOTAL | 15 |
*Choose with advisor