Studying Social Science Teaching at Weber State
Weber State’s social science composite teaching major allows you to explore a variety of social science disciplines while you prepare for your career in education.
Social Science Composite Teaching Highlights
Weber State Social Science Composite majors have a wide range of elective courses to choose from and numerous scholarships to help you earn your degree. Our courses cover how politics, warfare, theology, literature, environment and family life have changed over time. You’ll be able to conduct original research, analyze and evaluate sources, write clearly, and evaluate social dynamics. Our teaching composite program prepares you to teach a range of social science subjects, including political science, sociology, anthropology, psychology, and geography.
As a student of various social science disciplines, you’ll have access to a wide variety of departmental events, clubs and networking opportunities.
Beyond the Classroom
As a social science composite teaching major, you can gain practical experience while working with history teachers in local junior highs and high schools.
You can also study abroad at the prestigious University of Tübingen in Germany.
Jeremy Curneal
Class of 2019
"It was truly an amazing experience to engross myself in history for four years of my life with the best historian educators. It was a dream come true for me, especially as somebody who didn't think they would ever make it to college. Weber State's history department changed my life!"