Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS) Strand

Sample Scheduling of Subjects

1. Creative Writing / Malikhaing Pagsulat

2. Introduction to World Religions and Belief Systems

3. Creative Nonfiction

4. Trends, Networks, and Critical Thinking in the 21st Century Culture

5. Philippine Politics and Governance

6. Community Engagement, Solidarity, and Citizenship

7. Disciplines and Ideas in the Social Sciences

8. Disciplines and Ideas in the Applied Social Sciences

9. Work Immersion/Research/Career Advocacy/Culminating Activity

HUMSS? humus? humss? Food ba to? This is it. Humanities and Social Sciences
Strand.
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1. Its for the curious-minded.
Some might see the HUMSS strand as boring coz of its specialization subjects like
Philippine Politics and Governance, World Religions and Belief Systems, and Social
Sciences but it isnt if youre constantly curious about the world. Curiosity may have
killed the cat, but it was the satisfaction that brought it back.

2. Predict the future.

Introduction to World Religions and Belief Systems is meant to familiarize the student
with the range of human experiences. From the ancient religions to the newest
technological advances, HUMSS students have the chance to predict the future
because they will spend time looking at the past and learning from all the mistakes and
successes of humanity since the beginning of time. In short, study History and its
relevance to the contemporary world. YEY the nerds!
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3. List down writing as one of your
hobbies. NAKS!
HUMSS students are expected to read and write a lot. With subjects like Creative
Writing and Creative Nonfiction, youll learn how to write poetry, fiction, and drama. For
the writers at heart, theres no more denying that passion.

4. Get a superpower: read minds!

Well, not exactly read minds but with HUMSS, you will have the ability to understand
how people think and why they think that way. One of the possible careers a HUMSS
graduate can have is by being a psychologist. You can take up courses like Psychology,
Human Capital Development, and Humanities in college.

5. Your future careers are very fulfilling.

Careers like being a lawyer, teacher, and diplomat are very rewarding. You will be able
to contribute to the world by bringing justice, molding the youth, or creating friendships
between countries. Being in the HUMSS strand gives you the chance to make a mark in
the world!

HUMSS = True Blue Millennial!