Humanities & Social Sciences Strand (HUMSS)
The Humanities & Social Sciences (HUMSS) strand is a specialized strand offered in senior high school programs. It is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in humanities, social sciences, and liberal arts disciplines. The HUMSS strand prepares students for higher education programs and careers in fields such as education, social work, communication, psychology, sociology, history, and political science.
Specialization
Within the HUMSS strand, students focus on subjects related to humanities, social sciences, and liberal arts. They may study courses such as literature, philosophy, psychology, sociology, anthropology, history, political science, communication, and cultural studies. The specialization allows students to develop critical thinking, communication, and research skills relevant to careers in humanities and social sciences fields.
Curriculum
The curriculum of the HUMSS strand includes core subjects such as English, Filipino, Social Sciences, and Humanities, along with specialized subjects in literature, philosophy, psychology, sociology, history, and political science. Students also engage in projects, debates, and presentations to analyze and evaluate complex social issues and cultural phenomena.
Experience
Students in the HUMSS strand may have opportunities for internships, fieldwork, or community engagement projects to gain practical experience in humanities and social sciences settings. These experiences allow students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world contexts, engage with diverse communities, and explore career pathways in social service, advocacy, education, and research.
Opportunities
Graduates of the HUMSS strand can pursue higher education programs in fields such as education, social work, communication, psychology, sociology, history, political science, anthropology, and cultural studies. They may also enter the workforce directly in entry-level positions in industries such as education, non-profit organizations, government agencies, media, and research institutions.
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