Education - Social Sciences

Here you will learn some English words related to social sciences such as "history", "psychology", and "politics".

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history [noun]

the study of past events, especially as a subject in school or university

Ex: She wants to pursue a degree in history and become a historian .

literature [noun]

the academic study or analysis of written works, especially in the humanities

Ex: Students explore literature to understand historical context .

musicology [noun]

the scholarly study of music, encompassing its history, theory, cultural context, and performance practices

Ex: Musicology encompasses interdisciplinary approaches , drawing from fields such as anthropology , sociology , and cultural studies .

English [noun]

the subject of study encompassing the language, literature, and writing associated with English-speaking cultures

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arts [noun]

a wide range of creative disciplines, including visual arts, performing arts, literature, music, and film

Ex: She pursued a career in the arts , specializing in painting and sculpture .

liberal arts [noun]

disciplines aimed at fostering critical thinking, communication skills, and a well-rounded understanding of the world

Ex: Many liberal arts programs emphasize interdisciplinary learning , allowing students to make connections between different fields of knowledge .

the performing arts [noun]

types of art such as dance, drama, and music that are performed in front of an audience

Ex: She studied the performing arts at a prestigious university .

psychology [noun]

a field of science that studies the mind, its functions, and how it affects behavior

Ex: The field of psychology includes both research and practical applications .

sociology [noun]

the scientific study of human society, its nature, structure, and development, as well as social behavior

Ex: Sociology explains why different societies have varying beliefs , values , and traditions .

theology [noun]

the study of religions and faiths

Ex: The professor 's lectures on theology were very insightful .

anthropology [noun]

the study of the origins and developments of the human race and its societies and cultures

Ex: Anthropology is the study of human societies , cultures , and their development across time and space .

geography [noun]

the scientific study of the physical features of the Earth and its atmosphere, divisions, products, population, etc.

Ex: She used maps and atlases to study the geography of different regions .

philosophy [noun]

the study of the meaning of the universe, existence, and reality

Ex: He decided to pursue philosophy as a major because he was fascinated by the big questions surrounding existence and morality .

linguistics [noun]

the study of the evolution and structure of language in general or of certain languages

phonetics [noun]

the science and study of speech sounds and their production

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politics [noun]

the academic exploration and analysis of political systems, institutions, ideologies, policies, and behavior, with a focus on understanding and explaining the dynamics of power, governance, and public decision-making

economics [noun]

the study of how money, goods, and resources are produced, distributed, and used in a country or society

Ex: The professor explained the basic principles of economics in the lecture .

humanities [noun]

studies that deal with people and their behavior such as language, philosophy, history, etc.

Ex: The study of humanities provides insights into human behavior , values , and beliefs across different cultures and time periods .

social studies [noun]

a course study that deals with how societies work and the way people form relationships in a society

Ex: The field trip was a great way to apply what we learned in social studies about local history and community development .

business studies [noun]

an academic discipline that explores various aspects of business management, including finance, marketing, operations, and organizational behavior

Ex: Sarah 's favorite course in business studies was marketing , where she learned about consumer behavior and market research .

religious education [noun]

the study of religion and its teachings, often part of a school curriculum

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