Science, Technology & SocietyBS

The Science, Technology, and Society (STS) degree at South Dakota Mines combines humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and engineering to prepare students for careers at the intersection of technology and social impact. Faculty in the Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences Department offer engaging courses that explore the social and human dimensions of science and technology.

Why Mines?

Take advantage of award-winning instructors, small class sizes, and ready access to undergraduate research opportunities, co-ops and internships, and activities and organizations.

STS blog: The Novum

Featured Courses

History and Philosophy of Science
Computers in Society
Current Bioethical Issues
Environmental Policy and Law
Criminology
Psychology of Abnormal Behavior
Introduction to Science, Technology, and Society

Credits

120 credits

Course Catalog

Application Instructions

Take advantage of internship opportunities and research experiences to test-drive different industries to find the best fit for your interests.

Potential Employers

Monument Health
US Air Force
Northwestern Mutual
Freeport McMoRan
Indian Health Service
SD Department of Labor

Career Examples

Community and government
Science and technology
Military
Law enforcement
Education - science and math teachers
Science lobbyists

Average Starting Salary

$50,000