The University of Queensland
Bachelor of Social Science
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationIn the Bachelor of Social Science, you’ll gain the skills for diverse careers that address pressing social issues – such as poverty and inequality, racial injustice, health and illness, and the social impacts of climate change – at local, national and international levels. You’ll learn to think critically and beyond borders, drawing from sociology and policy studies through to geography, critical Indigenous studies, political science, international relations and anthropology.
You’ll gain a strong grounding in social justice, social research, and establish new links with community and industry, as well as create a strong foundation in the practice-based skills, values and knowledge needed to address key social problems. Practical and transferrable workforce skills include public policy evaluation, social impact assessment, public advocacy, community organising, community planning and social research.
Delivery mode
The University of Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
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Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
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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 The University of Queensland
The University of Queensland (UQ) is one of Australia’s leading research and teaching institutions. We strive for excellence through the creation, preservation, transfer and application of knowledge. For more than a century, we have educated and worked with outstanding people to deliver knowledge leadership for a better world.
