卧龙岗大学

Social Science looks at why and how we live the way we do. The social sciences look at society and social behaviour to understand, explain, and change human behaviour to positively transform the lives of individuals, families and communities. Social Scientists work in diverse social environments to identify issues and develop strategies for solutions to social problems. Nationally and globally there is a demand for social scientists who are able to understand the complex and changing needs of societies in the face of technological, economic and social changes that constantly affect the smallest of communities to the largest of continents.

This degree

The UOW Bachelor of Social Science (Dean's Scholar) is a program for high-achieving students who intend to continue their studies through honours and research degrees.

This degree embeds Indigenous knowledge’s and content, and subjects that will develop your understanding of social inequalities impacting on the health and well-being of individuals, families and communities. You will also be provided with career ready experiences throughout the degree to prepare you for a changing world of work.

What you will study

In addition to completing a mandatory Dean’s scholar-only subject relating to leadership in the social sciences, you will complete a common foundation of compulsory core subjects and engage in interdisciplinary study through majors that come from a number of social science disciplines.

You will also have the opportunity to complement your studies with a minor or elective subjects from any field in the University offering cross faculty enrolment.

Majors available in the Bachelor of Social Science include:

Criminology
Human Geography
Human Services*
Occupational Health and Safety*
Sociology

*Subject to final approval

Why choose this course

UOW Social Sciences is an innovative discipline giving you expertise in research, and practical knowledge of social systems and practices in diverse environments. Our Social Science academics are at the forefront of their specialisations. They're accredited professionals, published authors and respected researchers who are connected to their professional research networks. They take all this experience with them to the classroom to enrich and guide your learning experience.

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