The College of Social Sciences offers two undergraduate degree programs, namely the BA Social Sciences and the BS Management Economics. The BA Social Sciences is hosted by the three departments of the CSS, and the BS Management Economics is hosted by the Institute of Management.
Bachelor of Arts in Social Sciences
The College offers an undergraduate degree in Social Sciences following a major-minor scheme. A student of B.A. Social Sciences can choose to major in Economics, History, or Anthropology, and minor in Philosophy, Political Science, Psychology, or Sociology.
Expected Learning Outcomes
1. Develop critical thinking about society;
2. Discuss the general history, common and distinguishing concepts, perspectives and methods of the Social Sciences;
3. Explain social phenomena using social theory;
4. Conduct independent social research;
5. Demonstrate ethical Social Science practice; and
6. Commit to lifelong learning in their personal and professional lives.
The Majors
BA in Social Sciences Major in ANTHROPOLOGY
Anthropology aims for a holistic study of man and culture. It seeks to understand the complexity of human beings and societies--their variations, adaptive strategies, and changes across time and space. The program fosters your deeper appreciation of cultural diversity and trains you to do anthropological research with analytic and methodological rigor.
KNOW MOREBA in Social Sciences Major in ECONOMICS
Economics integrates a social science perspective that puts forth a holistic and humanistic, rather than a merely technical view of economic issues. It intends to produce graduates who possess fundamental skills in economic analysis. The program will cultivate a general familiarity with the political, social and cultural context of economic behavior.
KNOW MOREBA in Social Sciences Major in HISTORY
History studies the human past. Complex changes and continuities in the economic, social, political, and cultural life of a community are best understood in an interdisciplinary and integrated manner. The program equips you with various methodologies in research and writing history. It also aims for you to develop a global outlook that is grounded in nationalism and local knowledge.
The Minors
Philosophy
Philosophy inquires into the fundamental questions about the world, knowledge, and the human condition. The program provides basic proficiency in the history of philosophy and the main areas of philosophical inquiry, as well as skills and competencies necessary for philosophical research. Its mode of philosophizing mediates local experiences and sources with universal thinking, and is in dialogue with the natural and social sciences, the humanities and the arts.
Political Science
Political Science teaches its practitioners both the questions that political scientists ask in their attempt to understand politics and the manner of asking them. It develops independent and critical thinking on the application of concepts to current political events.
Psychology
Psychology introduces the student to the study of behavior and mental life, the investigation of the causes and dynamics of behavioral patterns and provides the students with knowledge, skills, and techniques for solutions of individual problems.
Sociology
Sociology studies humans in various levels of group life, from the smallest dyad to the largest of social organizations. The discipline hinges on an intellectual tradition that continues to be shaped by attempts to understand order and change in society.
Degree Program Checklists
BACHELOR of SCIENCE in MANAGEMENT ECONOMICS
BACHELOR of ARTS in SOCIAL SCIENCES
STUDENT HANDBOOK
It’s important that students know the rules, guidelines, and policies surrounding their undergraduate degree.
Here’s a copy of the BA Social Sciences Handbook for your guidance and perusal.
BASS Program Structure
| SSP GE Courses | 12 units | |
| AH GE Courses | 12 units | |
| NSM GE Courses | 12 units | |
| Social Science 100 | 3 units | |
| Social Science 101 | 4 units | |
| Social Science 180 | 3 units | |
| Social Science 197 | 3 units | |
| Social Science 198 | 3 units | |
| Social Science 199 | 3 units
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| P.I. 100* | 3 units | |
| Communication 11/Komunikasyon 11* | 3 units | |
| Math 100** | 4 units | |
| Foreign Language 1.1*** | 3 units | |
| Foreign Language 1.2*** | 3 units | |
* Required for all BASS majors.
**Required for BASS Economics majors only.
***Required for BASS History majors only
| Required Economics Courses | 30 units | |
| Economics 101 | 4 units | |
| Economics 102 | 4 units | |
| Economics 106 | 3 units | |
| Economics 121 | 3 units | |
| Economics 131 | 4 units | |
| Economics 141 | 3 units | |
| Economics 151 | 3 units | |
| Economics 191 | 3 units | |
| Economics 200 | 3 units | |
Economics elective (6 units)
Any of the following: Economics 109, 110, 116, 142, 152, 161, 171, 181, 189, 194, 195, 198
| Required History Courses | 33 units | |
| History 100 | 3 units | |
| History 102 | 3 units | |
| History 112 | 3 units | |
| History 113 | 3 units | |
| History 114 | 3 units | |
| History 117 | 3 units | |
| History 119 | 3 units | |
| History 151 | 3 units | |
| History 154 | 3 units | |
| History 199 | 3 units | |
| History 200 | 3 units | |
| Required Anthropology Courses | 33 units | |
| Anthropology 100 | 3 units | |
| Anthropology 102 | 3 units | |
| Anthropology 112 | 3 units | |
| Anthropology 113 | 3 units | |
| Anthropology 114 | 3 units | |
| Anthropology 117 | 3 units | |
| Anthropology 119 | 3 units | |
| Anthropology 151 | 3 units | |
| Anthropology 154 | 3 units | |
| Anthropology 199 | 3 units | |
| Anthropology 200 | 3 units | |
Any of the following: Anthropology 133, 141, 151, 161, 181, 182, 198
| Required Philosophy Courses | 24 units | |
| Philosophy 11 | 3 units | |
| Philosophy 110 | 3 units | |
| Philosophy 111 | 3 units | |
| Philosophy 112 | 3 units | |
| Philosophy 113 | 3 units | |
| Philosophy 130 | 3 units | |
| Philosophy 150 | 3 units | |
| Philosophy 171 | 3 units | |
Any of the following: Philosophy 125, 126, 170, 177, 194, 198
| Required Political Science Courses | 18 units | |
| Political Science 100 | 3 units | |
| Political Science 150 | 3 units | |
| Political Science 160 | 3 units | |
| Political Science 178 | 3 units | |
| Political Science 182 | 3 units | |
| Political Science 192 | 3 units | |
Any of the following: Political Science 151, 152, 153, 161, 163, 171, 172, 177, 179, 183, 185, 186, 190, 193, 194, 197, 198
| Required Psychology Courses | 15 units | |
| Psychology 101 | 3 units | |
| Psychology 140 | 3 units | |
| Psychology 150 | 3 units | |
| Psychology 155 | 3 units | |
| Psychology 180 | 3 units | |
Any of the following: Psychology 115, 135, 145, 160, 162, 163, 171, 172, 181, 182, 195, or any upper division course in the Social Sciences recommended by the discipline
| Required Sociology Courses | 21 units | |
| Sociology 101 | 3 units | |
| Sociology 114 | 3 units | |
| Sociology 132 | 3 units | |
| Sociology 142 | 3 units | |
| Sociology 153 | 3 units | |
| Sociology 160 | 3 units | |
| Sociology 195 | 3 units | |
NEW GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES
Kasaysayan 1: Kasaysayan ng Pilipinas. Ang pampulitika, pang-ekonomiya, panlipunan, at pangkalinangan pagsulong ng Pilipinas. 3u.
Ethics 1. Ethics and Moral Reasoning in Everyday Life: The nature and development, sources and frameworks of ethics and moral reasoning and their application to various issues and contexts. 3u.
Self and Society 1. Understanding the self: by examining the interaction of biological, psychological and socio-cultural dimensions and appreciating human agency and the emergence of the self in different social contexts. 3u.
Science 10. Probing the Physical World: Understanding the origin of the universe, synthesis of the elements, formation of the earth and the various critical issues affecting our world view and our planet through the methods and interconnected concepts of the physical sciences. 3 u
Science 11. Living Systems: Concepts and Dynamics: Principles, interactions, and contemporary issues concerning living systems. 3u
STS 1. Science, Technology and Society: Analyses of the past, present and future of science and technology in society (including their nature, scope, role and function) and the social, cultural, political, economic and environmental factors affecting the development of science and technology, with emphasis on the Philippine setting. 3u
Arts I. Critical Perspectives in the Arts: A critical study of the experience, language, and the context of art. 3u
Comm 11. Critical Perspectives in Communication: Theories and frameworks of communication in various contexts. 3u
Wika 1. Wika, Kultura at Lipunan: Pagsusuri sa ugnayan ng wika, kultura at lipunan. 3u
For inquiries, contact the College of Social Sciences:
css.upbaguio@up.edu.ph
College of Social Sciences Building
UP Drive, Governor Pack Road, Baguio City Benguet, Philippines, 2600
(074) 442-2427
College of Social Sciences Building
UP Drive, Governor Pack Road, Baguio City Benguet, Philippines, 2600
Maria Ana B. Diaz, Chairperson
mbdiaz@up.edu.ph
Gladys A. Cruz, Chairperson
gacruz@up.edu.ph
Maria Nela B. Florendo, Chairperson
mbflorendo2@up.edu.ph
BS ME Program Structure
For more information regarding the BS in Management Economics program, visit the Institute of Management website.
BS in Management Economics
The Institute of Management, in maintaining itself as the premier professional management education center in Northern Luzon, nurturing competent and flexible professionals dedicated to:
- develop and enrich a responsive, updated and relevant curriculum;
- attract and maintain a pool of qualified and competent academic and support staff;
- pursue a selective process of student admission;
- provide facilities conducive to learning; and
- conduct research and public service.
