Apply advanced social science knowledge and tools to practical problems.
The certificate program in applied social sciences at University of Maryland Global Campus helps prepare you to apply social science tools and concepts to practical problems. The program helps equip you with updated knowledge and skills for identifying and solving social problems in communities, families, and the workplace. You’ll develop a deep understanding of social science concepts and learn to identify stakeholders, apply expert knowledge, communicate evidence, and present and defend solutions to relevant parties.
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Two Required Courses:
(3 Credits, PSYC 100)
(3 Credits, SOCY 100)
Four Courses Chosen from the Following:
(3 Credits, ANTH 350)
(3 Credits, ANTH 351)
(3 Credits, GERO 427)
(3 Credits, PSYC 354)
(3 Credits, PSYC 386)
(3 Credits, SOCY 350)
Note: This information is for students who enroll in the 2025-2026 academic year. For prior year requirements for this program or to review UMGC's complete program requirements for a specific academic year, visit our program catalog archive
Apply Credit to a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science
If you complete this certificate program, you may be able to apply the certificate’s required coursework to major course requirements for the bachelor’s degree in social science.
Two Required Courses:
(3 Credits, PSYC 100)
(3 Credits, SOCY 100)
Four Courses Chosen from the Following:
(3 Credits, ANTH 350)
(3 Credits, ANTH 351)
(3 Credits, GERO 427)
(3 Credits, PSYC 354)
(3 Credits, PSYC 386)
(3 Credits, SOCY 350)
Note: This information is for students who enroll in the 2025-2026 academic year. For prior year requirements for this program or to review UMGC's complete program requirements for a specific academic year, visit our program catalog archive
Apply Credit to a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Science
If you complete this certificate program, you may be able to apply the certificate’s required coursework to major course requirements for the bachelor’s degree in social science.
