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.
