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Humanities

Teach courses pertaining to the culture and development of an area, an ethnic group, or any other group, such as Latin American studies, women's studies, or urban affairs. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Jobs available locally

10,447

Demand Locally

+2 %

Annual Wage Range

$50,894 – $213,199

Teach courses in philosophy, religion, and theology. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Jobs available locally

10,447

Demand Locally

+2 %

Annual Wage Range

$50,894 – $213,199

Teach courses in English language and literature, including linguistics and comparative literature. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Jobs available locally

10,447

Demand Locally

+2 %

Annual Wage Range

$50,894 – $213,199

Program Level:

Pre-Majors/Transfer

Department:

English, Humanities & Education

Institute:

Creative & Communication Arts

College:

SAC

What is the Humanities program?

This program examines the human experience through an interdisciplinary course of study that includes language and literature, history, science, the arts, religion and philosophy while developing critical thinking skills and intellectual curiosity.

What will I learn?

The study of humanities focuses on the creative life and culture of human civilization, so you’ll focus on communications, literature, writing, history, with a broad range of choices within those disciplines. You’ll examine human culture globally through the ages and gain an understanding of how the past has influenced today’s world. You’ll learn to interpret and analyze the ideas and values of both ancient and modern civilizations as you develop skills in critical thinking, values clarification and an appreciation of diversity.

What can I do with this course of study?

A humanities education creates a strong foundation for careers in a wide range of fields, including education, law, business, writing, marketing, government, nonprofit organizations and helping professions. Graduates of SAC’s Humanities program are prepared to pursue entry-level positions in these and other fields or to transfer to a four-year university to continue their education in a variety of majors.

What is special about the program?

A humanities degree creates a strong foundation for a variety of careers while cultivating the skills, knowledge and diverse perspectives that support healthy communities. This degree builds a foundation for lifelong learning, personal and professional development.

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