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We equip our students with the tools needed to exercise political and social responsibility at the local, state, national, and international levels. Our programs prepare undergraduates for advanced study in graduate and professional school in various fields and careers in all levels of government, public administration, international relations, human services, and the private sector.

By joining our department, students can fuel their passions, participate in high-impact learning experiences such as internships and study abroad, and plan a route to earn both a bachelor’s degree and master’s degree within five years. If you are passionate about solving social problems, contributing to your communities, and participate in political and civic life, then our department is the one for you. Please contact us to talk about how the Social Sciences can help you advance your community and career.

 

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Social Sciences

Summerville Campus

Allgood Hall

Office N312

1120 15th Street, AH-N312
Augusta, GA 30912

706-737-1710

socsci@augusta.edu

Our Programs

Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice

Criminal Justice
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Health, Society, and Policy

Health, Society, and Policy
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Nonprofit Leadership and Administration

Nonprofit Leadership and Administration
Law and Justice Legality

Political Science

Political Science
Sociology

Sociology

Sociology
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Social Work

Social Work
Cyber Crime

Certificates

Certificates
Social Sciences Students

Minors

Minors
Office Workers

Master of Public Administration

Master of Public Administration
MAISS

Master of Arts in Intelligence and Security Studies (MAISS)

Master of Arts in Intelligence and Security Studies (MAISS)

View all Pamplin programs  COURSE CATALOG

Social Sciences News

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‘Rejection was a redirection toward something better’: MPA grad lands role as planner in Cobb County

Since being hired as a planner by Cobb County in August 2021, Augusta University alumnus LeDarius Scott has already been promoted, received a significant pay increase and passed the certification exam for the American Institute of Certified Planners.

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‘Don’t be afraid to take that first step’: Find your pathway in the Bachelor of Social Work program at Augusta University

Augusta University’s Bachelor of Social Work program recently learned it will be reaccredited by the Council on Social Work Education for the next eight years.

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Augusta University alumni make list of Top 10 Young Professionals to Watch

Garrett Green, EdD, chief diversity officer at Augusta University, and AU alumnus David Bash, CEO of Get Up Productions, were selected for the Top 10 in 10 Young Professionals to Watch list.

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Augusta University professors excited to offer new dual enrollment program to the Columbia County School District

With the opportunity to earn college credits while still in high school, local students can save time and money and also gain a head start on their future careers under this new dual enrollment agreement between Augusta University and the Columbia County School District.

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