Social & Humanities Scientists
Description
Social and humanities scientists study and analyse human behaviour and the origin, structure and characteristics of language undertake research in areas such as sociology, economics, politics, archaeology, history, philosophy, literature, the arts organise the collection of qualitative and quantitative information and perform subsequent analyses.
Tasks
- Studies society and the manner in which people behave and impact upon the world undertakes research across the humanities that furthers understanding of human culture and creativity traces the evolution of word and language forms, compares grammatical structures and analyses the relationships between ancient, parent and modern languages identifies, compiles and analyses economic, demographic, legal, political, social and other data to address research objectives administers questionnaires, carries out interviews, organises focus groups and implements other social research tools undertakes analyses of data, presents results of research to sponsors, the media and other interested organisations addresses conferences and publishes articles detailing the methodology and results of research undertaken
Entry Requirements
Entry is most common with a degree or equivalent qualification but is possible with other academic qualifications and/or relevant experience. Postgraduate qualifications may be required for some jobs.
Case Study
Jerome Angus
Hospitality Supervision & Leadership - Level 3 Diploma
Jerome says: "I chose to study at Merton College because it has excellent facilities for my Hospitality & Catering course. The College is very welcoming and my tutors are very supportive. As part of my course, I deliver a service to customers that visit the Taste Restaurant and I really enjoy interacting with them. We regularly host events and I like working as a team to co-ordinate these events. For example, we are often visited by members of the local community who come to the restaurant for lunch."
Once Jerome has completed his Diploma, he intends to study a Higher Level Apprenticeship in Hospitality and work for a major restaurant chain. His ultimate goal is to own a chain of restaurants one day.
