What's the merit of having a PhD in social sciences? Why do you think so?
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Honestly, having a PhD in social sciences or in any field of study gives you the seal of approval that you are an expert of a particulas study. Because you have a PhD, your answers relating to a theory or opinion or fact, will be taken into consideration more often than someone who doesn't. Make a note that there are plenty of PhD's out there. Competition is tough and upon getting a PhD, your main goal is to build recognition on your field of interest.
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I agree that social sciences are a good way to go...psychology is a good base for many of the things you mentioned...you may want to consider taking some education classes and some law classes as well.\nAnd don't forget, you are able to do a major and a minor, or a double major.  This way, you can combine some of the things you are interested in, and have a more comprehensive educational experience.
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Psychology.  It's harder but there are more job options.  Sociology can lead to research jobs or being an academic.  In addition to these kinds of jobs, psychology can lead you to a wider range of jobs including being a psychologist.\n\nHowever, you wont be happy unless you enjoy what you do.  If you prefer the content of sociology, go for it.  Good luck!
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Looks like your Masters is in a different subject, that the PhD that  you are doing. One reason that can ask you to do a Masters is to cover any deficits, specially if your earlier masters is in a different area.\n\nGetting an additional masters is not a bad thing - if it does not extend your PhD. 2 masters means, in case you dont want to complete your PhD, then you have a wider field to look for a job.\n\nAs for doing a PhD itself, thats your personal choice. If you are looking for jobs, and need the money right away, perhaps a PhD is not all that essential. However, if you want to be in the research area, or want to specialize in a specific area, or are interested in teaching, then PhD is a must. I agree, 33 yrs to come out of school is a bit too late, but hey, if thats what you want, you should go for it. \n\nIn any case, 'pride' should not come in the way, at this time. Pride is momentary, but a career decision is certainly not.\n\nBut I do suggest you talk to the dean of your school clearly. I am not sure, why they have this bait and switch attitude - why are they asking you to take the masters exam. Maybe they have a 'valid' reason, but I suggest you should find that out.
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No, but then my self-esteem doesn't ride on the fact that I have a Ph.D.  I don't of course.  I hope to have a doctorate some day, and will be working toward it for years.  But like most of the other people I know who do have Ph.D.s, I'll have no need to use it as a source for anything other than the field I achieved it in. It reminds me of people who brag about their sex lives, usually they aren't getting half as much as the rest of us.  But they need us to believe it, because it makes them feel better about themselves.
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I feel u can go for Masters in Social Work (MSW).. U can go for sociology also. Get some experience with NGOs or agencies working with this area..
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Yes, you can do it, and there are schools out there that will accept you.\n\nAs for that first answer: getting a PhD is something you do for your own reasons, and outside of universities, a PhD is a great degree for raising one's salary.  \n\nGo for your dream!
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you may be able to get a BA or BS degree, based on your working experience, but not a Ph.D. (doctorate). Not unless you buy a fake one on the internet, which won't fool too many people.\na Ph. D. means the university is CERTIFYING that you are the ABSOLUTE EXPERT in one particular field. only one, not dozens. this is the opposite of "jack of all trades." \nif you were to go through a Ph.D. program, they would expect you, from your lower degree-level classes, to write well enough to write your own thesis. and they would expect your thesis to be the result of documented and thorough research.\nuniversities do occasionally give out honorary Ph.Ds, but these are given to people who have done a lot for the university, for example, i believe Temple University in Philadelphia gave Bill Cosby one. He got his BA in, basically, gym, there. They gave him the Ph.D. not because he's an expert in anything, but because he has brought so much revenue to the university over the years. Honorary Ph.D.s are just that, honorary. So no one is going to think Bill Cosby is this super-educated genius from an honorary degree. They carry no academic weight.\nmany people go through school their whole lives, earning multiple degrees, and at all ages. and people find great success later in life, consider this winner of the national book award, harriet doerr.\nyou seem to have been quite successful in your life, so i'm curious as to why you want, or feel the need to have, a Ph.D.\nthere are companies on the web offering "lifetime doctorates," but, i am a professor, and i assure you, those are worthless, and your money is not. you would not want to be embarrassed in that way, especially with all of your accomplishments to date.\nif you really want a degree, i suggest you call your local state university, and find out about lifetime learning and how you can turn your experiences into credits towards a BA or BS. your state-funded school has a mandate to serve the public, so they will be the most helpful and flexible.\ngood luck!
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Being a psych major, I'm partial to Psychology.  It was definitely fun & interesting (although Sociology prob would be too).  In terms of marketability, it seems to me there is no contect - Psych wins.  Aside the fact that there are direct professions (& many opportunities) that you can pursue (e.g. Psychologist, Psychiatrist, Child Psych, etc.), it is also very useful for other professions such as Marketing (which I currently do), Advertising, Market Research & Statistics.\n\nThat being said, my reco to you (if you are contemplating a major in colleges) is to go with the one you enjoy more.  College is the time to learn & experiment.  Grad school is the time to prepare for your career.  Also, in general, it's good to do what you love - you're usually better at it, too.
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It's a social science; perhaps you might have a notion of it and other similar social sciences (philosophy, economics) not being a science due to a contrast between it and a physical science (physics, biology).  Social sciences deal with relationships between people and the world.
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We go to school to learn, to be intelligent people. Sure socializing is fun and great for social sciences, but you are there to learn the many different subjects. And possibly move on to higher education, and maybe get a job using some specialized field. Come on, its not rocket science, or is it. Do you think it would be better if we went back to the 1800's model, crap whole literacy rate, ignorant unaccepting people. I mean I could list reasons all day.
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The probability that you'll get a solid career is much higher. Unfortunately, a BA just isn't enough anymore. Then again, there are lots of Ph.D's driving taxis. I think it also depends on what your career path is. In most cases though, a Masters degree will certainly work to your advantage - it's becoming the bare minimum now.
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In my experience, a BA in Social Science isn't useful on it's own, except for a school teacher.  You would need a Master's degree in something more specific (Clinical Psychology, Counseling, Social Work) to really get anywhere.\n\nI recommend doing a career counseling program.  A good one involves psychological tests, lots of reading and studying about potential careers, and answering hard questions about yourself.  That will help with future plans.
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PhD is a doctor of philosophy.  It is the highest degree one can get in any field.  You get a B.A. or B.S. in a field first, then you apply to graduate school.  Some universities require you to get a Master's degree, but most PhD programs start after the Bachelor's degree and will take you through the M.A. or M.S. as part of the Ph.D. track.  The Ph.D can take 5-7 years after the Bachelor's degree to complete.  The key element of the Ph.D. is the dissertation.  It is a piece of original research that you report on.  The typical Ph.D. dissertation is 200 pages long and takes 3-4 years to complete.
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Social Sciences are History, Economics, Geography, Political Science, Anthropolgy, Psychology, Sociology and Philosophy.\nAs opposed to Hard Sciences like Physics, Chemistry or Mathematics.
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A bachelors in psychology is better than no degree (by a lot), but to work in that field you really need a masters or doctorate. If you are not set on psychology as your career field, then do not worry about it so much. I have my BS in sociology and work as a software trainer! You just need a college degree, don't worry too much about how applicable it is!
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There are alot of collages and universities, so it would depend on where you wanted to go, and for what.  If you want to go for your phd, then you would have to reseach what collage or university would be the best for you.  It takes about 8 years to get your phd, most collages require that you have your masters first.