Edith Cowan University
Bachelor of Social Science
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThis degree will give you the community and human services skills, knowledge and capacity to make a difference in the lives of individuals and diverse communities. Through a social science and human rights lens, you’ll study how communities work, develop and change over time. You’ll explore concepts of social change, gender equality, cultural diversity, sustainability, child development, and policy development.
You will have opportunities to develop your networks, meet industry professionals and apply your knowledge through 400 hours of field placement to become work ready upon graduation. It’s your time to shine.
Delivery mode
Edith Cowan University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
- 270 Joondalup Drive, Joondalup, WA
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- Completed Year 12 (ATAR optional) with ATAR 70.00 or equivalent
Course fees
Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Social Science will prepare you for the following roles.
Sociologist
Sociologists are research professionals who study the way human behaviour impacts and shapes society. They apply their knowledge to real-world prob...
Council Member
A Council Member is elected to represent an electorate in a local government authority. You’ll assist with government decision making and address c...
Social Scientist
A Social Scientist studies human behaviour and societal trends to understand and address social issues. You might work in research institutions, go...
Cultural Anthropologist
A Cultural Anthropologist studies human societies, cultures, and their development. You may work in academic institutions, research organisations,...
Policy Manager
A Policy Manager develops and implements organisational policies, ensuring they align with legal requirements and strategic goals. You might work i...
Senior Policy Officer
A Senior Policy Officer develops and evaluates policies to guide organisational decisions and public programmes. You might work in government depar...
About Edith Cowan University
ECU has more than 30,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students, including international students from 100 countries.
Our eight schools collectively deliver a diverse range of courses across arts and humanities, business and law, education, engineering, medical and health sciences, nursing and midwifery, science and the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts.
Courses are offered on our three campuses – ECU Joondalup and ECU Mount Lawley in metropolitan Perth and ECU South West in Bunbury, 200km south of the capital city. ECU also offers a comprehensive suite of online study options.
