WHAT IS HUMSS?

• The Hummanities and • Humanities and Social Sciences is a

strand offered to senior high school
Social Science (HUMSS)
students under the Academics track.
strands equip students with a The HUMSS Senior High School
wide range of discipline with strand is designed for students who
the use of their experiences intend to take up journalism
and skills into the investigation communication arts, liberal arts,
education , and other social-science
and inquiry of human
related courses in college. Because
situations by studying its these courses revolve heavily around
behavior and social changes interacting with other people, the
using empirical , analytical and Senior High School HUMSS strand is
critical method techniques. all about improving students’
reading, writing, and speaking skills.
The Objectives of the HUMSS Strand
The HUMSS strand curriculum was
developed to equip senior high school
students looking to pursue more
sociological and artistic careers in their
future with the necessary skills and
confidence. Students enrolled in HUMSS
strand courses can expect to:

• Acquire the appropriate mindset and

theorems for understanding the psyche and
behavior of people across different
backgrounds

• Build their confidence in articulating their

various ideas and expressing themselves
through both written and spoken language
in both scholarly and secular work

• Provide them with the means to gaining the

necessary rapport with their future patients,
clients, audiences, and other stakeholders
Advantages of the HUMSS Strand
The HUMSS strand shapes senior high school students with the necessary skills
and knowledge on humanities and social sciences like psychology, sociology, and
more. Our students reap the benefits of a HUMSS strand by developing skills like
communication, open-mindedness, and a good understanding of the sociological
and cultural nuances of the world around them. From there, they can examine and
analyze how these shape and mold society’s ideas and ideologies in media, art,
politics, and more. The senior high school HUMSS strand equips students with
additional benefits, including:

•Instilling values of empathy and understanding, which are essential traits for
establishing the rapport required to pursue a successful career in professions
available to HUMSS strand graduates.
•Promotes a sense of confidence in voicing out one’s opinions and ideas in an
articulate, logical, and concise manner through the various projects and tasks in
the different HUMSS courses.
•Opens up a world of job opportunities, as HUMSS strand graduates can find many
Possible College Courses for HUMSS

“An individual has not started living until he can rise above the
narrow confines of his individualistic concerns to the broader
concerns of all humanity.”
 1
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
2
Possible Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
College 3
Bachelor of Science in Technical Communication
Courses
4
for HUMSS
Bachelor of Science in Psychology
5
Bachelor of Science in Education Technology

6
What are the subjects in HUMSS and what should you expect to learn?
The HUMSS strand curriculum is comprehensively equipped to provide
students with the essential skills like communication, writing, and critical
thinking crucial for further studies in higher educational institutions, as
well as their day-to-day operations in careers that rely on rapport and
immersion with fellowmen. Our senior high school students can expect to
take up major subjects in HUMSS that include:
•Communication
•Literature
•Politics
•Physical Sciences
•Social Sciences
With these skills and our students’ established knowledge bases, our
students are well-equipped for potential careers in a multitude of
industries, including medicine and law.
List of Specialized Subjects in Humanities and Social Sciences (HUMSS) Strand

Subject Description

Creative Writing/ Malikhaing Pagsulat The course aims to develop practical and creative
skills in reading and writing; introduce students to
the fundamental techniques of writing fiction,
poetry, and drama; and discuss the use of such
techniques by well-known authors in a variety of
genres. Each class will be devoted to the
examination of techniques and to the workshop
of students’ drafts toward the enrichment of
their manuscripts. Students learn how to combine
inspiration and revision, and to develop a sense
of form.
HUMSS Culminating Activity/Work The course aims to develop practical and
Immersion creative skills in reading and writing;
introduce students to the fundamental
techniques of writing fiction, poetry,
and drama; and discuss the use of such
techniques by well-known authors in a
variety of genres. Each class will be
devoted to the examination of
techniques and to the workshop of
students’ drafts toward the enrichment
of their manuscripts. Students learn how
to combine inspiration and revision, and
to develop a sense of form.
Disciplines and Ideas in the Applied Social This course introduces some Applied
Sciences Social Sciences, namely, Counseling, Social
Work, and Communication, which draw
their foundation from the theories and
principles of Psychology, Sociology,
Anthropology, and other social sciences.
The course highlights the seamless
Trends, Networks, and Critical Thinking The course provides opportunities for
in the 21st Century students to discover patterns and extract
meanings from emerging trends. It will
provide opportunities for students to
develop their critical, creative, and
compassionate thinking as well as their
decisionmaking skills. Global trends in
the 21st century are examined, and a
stance is made on whether to accept or
reject these based on sound criteria.
Students will be asked to create and
analyze scenarios that will challenge
them to formulate their stance on issues
or concerns, propose interventions, and
formulate alternative futures. The
students will realize the interconnections
between their neural connections and
social realities
Philippine Politics and Governance This course introduces the students to the
basic concepts and vital elements of
 better appreciation of their rights and
responsibilities as individuals and as
members of the larger sociopolitical
community to strengthen their civic
competence
Introduction to World Religions and The course explores the main tenets and
Belief Systems practices of major world religions:
Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism,
Theravada Buddhism, Mahayana
Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, and
Shintoism. It aims to help learners
understand the historical contexts of
nine religions, appreciate their
uniqueness and similarities, and promote
mutual understanding among believers
of different faiths. Learners are expected
to demonstrate an understanding and
appreciation of one’s faith and that of
others.
Creative Nonfiction Focusing on formal elements and writing
techniques, including autobiography and
Possible Career Paths with the HUMSS Strand
Students enrolled in the HUMMS strand in
senior high school can make meaningful
contributions to their workplace and
community in the following professions: • Police
• Psychologists
• Criminologists
• Therapists
• News Anchor
• Doctors
• Consultant
• Counselors

• Lawyers • Archeologist

• Reporters • Cultural Anthropologist

• Journalists • Public Office Servant / Politicians
• Writers

• College Professors

• Teachers
Why You Should Choose HUMSS
• It is people-centric – HUMSS deals
with the scientific study of human
society and the society relationship.
HUMSS delves into the different
interlacing disciplines that study
human culture.
• You will learn how to communicate
effectively – Whether or not you
choose to pursue a social science-
related degree, you will be able to use
the communications skills you’ve
honed in HUMSS.
• You will be globally-competent –
HUMSS will expose you to different
ideas and beliefs, both old and new,
that have guided and shaped
civilizations for thousands of years.
 Benefits of Humss includes:
You’ll
You’ll be you’ll
be
globally be in
competent college demand
ready

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HUMSS allows students to discover and relate to social issues, developing it’s critical thinking
where students can give an immediate response to a concern or issue.
THANK YOU
MEMBER:
DIOSO, ALIJAH JANE
JAVIER, KRISTINE MARIE P.