My studies explained 📚🌸(bachelor and master).

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Have you ever wondered why people think, behave, and connect the way they do across different cultures, places, and times? That same curiosity is what led me to study Human Sciences, a field that looks at what it means to be human from every angle: our societies, our psychology, our cultures, and our communication.

But my journey didn’t stop there. As I became more fascinated by how cultures interact and evolve in our global world, I discovered the world of Transcultural Studies—a rich and thought-provoking path that explores how identities shift, how traditions travel, and how people create meaning across borders.

In this post, I’ll walk you through what Human Sciences is all about, how it connects to Transcultural Studies, and why these fields matter more than ever in our interconnected world.

1. What Is a Bachelor in Human Sciences?

Definition:

A Bachelor in Human Sciences is an interdisciplinary undergraduate degree that studies human beings from multiple perspectives: social, cultural, psychological, and sometimes biological.

📚Key Areas of Study:

Cultural Sociology or Anthropology:

How cultures shape behavior, traditions, and society.

Psychology:

Human behavior, emotions, cognition.

Education or Child Development:

Human growth and learning.

Communication Studies:

How people express ideas and relate to others.

Social Policy or Welfare:

Understanding communities, support systems, and how to improve lives.

A Bachelor in Human Sciences (or Humanities) typically blends lecture-based courses, seminars, and practical activities depending on the university.

📚Typical Courses (Examples):

Cultural and Social Courses:

Introduction to Cultural Anthropology

Comparative World Cultures

Sociology of Everyday Life

Gender and Society

Human Rights and Global Ethics

Research & Methodology:

Academic Writing

Social Research Methods

Statistics for Social Sciences

Ethnographic Fieldwork (in some programs)

Electives / Specialized Topics:

Environmental Issues and Society

Education and Childhood Studies

Philosophy or Religion in Culture

Japanese or Asian Cultural Studies (in Japan)

📚Types of Learning Activities:

Lectures:

Core knowledge delivery

Usually in large classes

Seminars:

Smaller, discussion-based sessions

Explore readings, group work, debates

Workshops or Practicals:

Skill-focused (e.g., communication, interviewing, project planning)

Fieldwork (in some programs):

Visiting communities, institutions, or doing surveys

Especially if you're focusing on anthropology or sociology

📚Exams & Assessment Methods:

1. Written Exams (Midterms & Finals):

These are your traditional timed tests, usually held halfway through the semester (midterms) and at the end (finals).

✔️They often include:

Short answer or essay questions

Case analysis or critical responses

Sometimes multiple-choice or definitions

✔️Purpose: To test your understanding of core theories, readings, and lectures.

Essays & Reports:

Humanities and social sciences rely heavily on writing-based assessments.

✔️Expect to write:

Analytical essays (e.g., comparing two theories)

Reflection papers on assigned readings or class discussions

Research reports on small independent projects or case studies

✔️Purpose: To develop your critical thinking, writing, and ability to build arguments using evidence.

Presentations (Individual or Group):

Students often give presentations in seminars or project-based courses.

✔️These might involve:

Presenting your research or reading analysis

Collaborative group presentations on a topic

Leading a discussion or debate

✔️Purpose: To build your communication skills, confidence, and ability to explain ideas clearly.

Seminar Participation:

Seminars are smaller classes where discussion is key.

✔️You’ll be graded on:

How often and meaningfully you contribute

Asking thoughtful questions

Engaging with your classmates’ ideas

Sometimes, preparing questions or short reading summaries in advance

✔️Purpose: To encourage active learning and build critical discussion skills.

📚Final Project or Thesis (Typically in the Final Year):

Many human sciences or humanities programs end with a capstone project or undergraduate thesis.

✔️You’ll:

Choose a topic you're passionate about (often related to your major or career interests).

Work under a faculty supervisor

Conduct your own research (e.g., interviews, literature review, fieldwork)

Write a structured paper (usually 5,000–10,000 words)

Sometimes present it to a panel or class

✔️Purpose: To prepare for graduate school or professional research work.

📚Skills You Gain:

Critical thinking about human behavior and society

Intercultural understanding

Research and analysis

Communication and writing skills

📚Career Paths:

Education

NGOs or social work

Journalism or media

Public service or cultural institutions

Further studies like a Master in Anthropology, Sociology, or Transcultural Studies

What Is a Master in Transcultural Studies?

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📘 Definition:

A Master in Transcultural Studies focuses on how cultures interact, overlap, influence, and change each other across borders. It’s ideal for a globalized world where cultures constantly mix through migration, media, travel, and technology.

Key Themes:

Globalization & Cultural Exchange

Identity, Language & Power

Migration, Diaspora & Multiculturalism

Postcolonial and Cross-cultural Thought

Media, Arts & Representation across Cultures

📘Often Includes:

Courses in anthropology, sociology, history, literature, and language

Research or thesis on transcultural topics (e.g. identity in global cities, digital cultures, migration stories)

📘Skills You Gain:

Deep understanding of cultural dynamics

Intercultural communication

Research and critical theory

Global mindset, analytical skills

📘 Career Paths:

International organizations or NGOs

Cultural diplomacy or foreign affairs

Media, publishing, or journalism

Academia or cultural research

Intercultural consulting or education

🌸 Summary:

Bachelor in Human Sciences = broad foundation on how humans live, think, and relate in society.

Master in Transcultural Studies = focused lens on how cultures move, mix, and change in a global context.

🦴 Are social sciences hard?

The short answer is: they can be, but in a different way than math or science.

✔️What Can Be Hard:

1. Critical Thinking, Not Just Memorization

You’re not just learning facts you have to analyze, interpret, compare, and critique ideas. It’s about asking why, how, and what if.

2. Reading and Writing Heavy

Expect to read a lot academic articles, case studies, theories and write essays, papers, and reflections regularly.

3. No “One Right Answer”

Unlike math or chemistry, many social science questions are open-ended. You need to build strong arguments and support them with evidence.

4. Abstract Theories

Concepts in sociology, anthropology, or philosophy can be complex and theoretical, especially at first.

✔️What Makes It Manageable (and Beautiful):

You’re studying real human life.

It’s deeply connected to what you see around you : culture, politics, identity, communication, history.

It’s flexible and open to interpretation.

You don’t have to think like a machine—you get to bring your own perspective.

Creativity counts.

How you connect ideas, tell stories, or frame your argument matters.

Passion helps.

If you’re curious about people, cultures, or societies, the work becomes engaging, not just hard.