Courses in the social sciences prepare students to engage within human society. Through courses such as economics, political science, anthropology, sociology, history, and psychology, students may gain a better understanding of how the world around them works.

Bangladesh is among the countries with old but quality system of higher education. The country has 50 public higher education facilities and over 100 private institutions. This has not only enabled higher education to be accessible but also increased the level of quality.

A bachelor's degree is given to students who fulfill the necessary requirements given by the college or university they are attending. The requirements include three to seven years of focus on a subject, typically referred to as a major or concentration.