BS in Social Studies Education

The Bachelor of Science with a major in social studies education at Trine University can prepare students with the knowledge, skills, and disposition to be ethical, informed, and inspired citizens, the backbone of any society.

The degree: Teaching methods for societal issues
The Bachelor of Science with a major in social studies education program at Trine University addresses topics such as:

Social justice
Ideal and practice of citizenship in a democratic society
Global connections and interdependence
Extensive field work in methods of teaching social studies is included to help you gain an understanding of the value and use of instructional resources in a dynamic, student-centered learning environment characterized by positive, productive and healthy interactions.

Trine University offers special education licensure programs for preschool through 12th grade, allowing you to add special education licensure within your four-year degree program at Trine. If you are interested in pursuing special education licensure, talk to your faculty advisor.