Bachelor of Social Science (Sociology)
Bachelor of Social Science (Sociology)
Course summary Sociology is the study of society. It examines social life, cultural and social change, and the social causes and consequences of human behaviour. Sociology involves asking questions about human life and society, developing understandings of our diverse and rapidly changing world, and identifying the causes of and solutions…
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Course summary
Sociology is the study of society. It examines social life, cultural and social change, and the social causes and consequences of human behaviour. Sociology involves asking questions about human life and society, developing understandings of our diverse and rapidly changing world, and identifying the causes of and solutions to social problems.
The Bachelor of Social Science (Sociology) will give you an understanding of cultural diversity and an awareness of injustices and inequality. It involves a common foundation of subjects in the first session of study, including human geography, sociology, interdisciplinary competencies, and career ready learning, followed by a major in sociology. In third year, you will complete a real-world capstone project that draws together the strands of the degree.
You can also complement your degree with a minor study area or elective subjects from any field in the University offering cross-faculty enrolment. You can also study electives abroad or stay local and undertake activities to build your cross-cultural communication skills.
Completion of full majors at regional campuses is subject to availability at time of enrolment.
Career opportunities: Archiving and Librarianship; Art & Design; Arts; Business Development & Administration; Community & Social Services; Consultancy; Diplomacy; Education; Entrepreneurship; Government Policy; Healthcare Policy & Management; Heritage Specialist; Historian; Human Resources; Information Technology & Design; Journalism; Social Policy; Translation & Interpreting; Legal Work; Marketing & Advertising; Media & Publishing; Politics; Production and Management; Tourism and Hospitality; Writing.
UOW Shoalhaven Campus – UAC
Completion of full majors at regional campuses is subject to availability at time of enrolment.
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
The University of Wollongong (UOW) is a leading Australian university with an international reputation for academic excellence. It is consistently ranked among the top Australian universities for the quality of its teaching and research. The University offers a wide range of degree programs across all levels of study – undergraduate and postgraduate coursework and research: Engineering and IT, Health Sciences and Medicine; Business and Commerce Applied and Natural Sciences; Arts, Communications and Creative Arts; Law and Education.
