Bachelor of Social Science

Overview

By studying UNE’s Bachelor of Social Science degree you will develop a comprehensive and valuable understanding of human societies and social thought, behaviour and relationships in their varied social, psychological and political manifestations, with potential for a rewarding career in social science related areas. You will get a thorough grounding in sociology and psychology, plus you can choose from a broad range of majors including politics and peace studies, counselling, cultural diversity, philosophy, studies in settler colonialism, and criminal justice to satisfy your interests, research and work. With skills in research, critical analysis and evaluation that are transferable across a range of employment opportunities, you can ensure your career is future fit for life.

Why study the Bachelor of Social Science with UNE?

UNE's Bachelor of Social Science offers the opportunity to analyze contemporary social issues and challenges, and to learn the skills to implement creative, real-world solutions. You will learn the foundations of sociology and psychology with the opportunity to major in specific areas. Your analytical skills as a social science graduate, along with your capacity to understand and unpack complex social problems and offer innovative solutions, will make a real difference in the rapidly changing world.

After successfully completing the Bachelor of Social Science, you may be eligible to apply for UNE's Honours degree if you meet admission requirements. The Honours degree will progress your career towards leadership and/or research positions, including academic, if this is your aim.

What makes our course different?

At UNE, we offer a broad range of areas to specialize in, including social justice and human rights, social change, gender equality, community welfare, counselling, sustainability and cultural diversity.

Choose from diverse and interesting majors: Counselling; Crime and Society; Criminal Justice; Linguistics; Organizational Management; Politics and Peace Studies; Studies in Settler Colonialism; Psychology; Social Philosophy; Sociology; Urban and Regional Planning.

Develop vocational and scholarly skills from world-class social researchers.

Learn how to conduct social research using a range of methods, techniques and technologies.

Study on campus or online. The Bachelor of Social Science has a flexible course structure, including opportunities for on-the-job training.

UNE is an industry leader in the provision of online, lifelong learning for aspiring and qualified social scientists. In fact, students consistently award UNE the maximum 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support in The Good Universities Guide.

Study online

Most of our students choose to study online across three study periods with 24/7 tutor support* and fit study around work and family commitments. Uniquely, our online students are mostly over 30 and bring valuable experience with them. They form a community of adults juggling the same challenges and priorities and who bring their life and work experience together at UNE in order to become future-fit and better respond to a rapidly changing world.

Study on campus

Many of our students choose to take advantage of the on-campus lifestyle in Armidale, in the beautiful New England region, with access to unparalleled support, accommodation and sporting facilities. These students are often starting their first degree and have left school recently. Through access to academic and career support they get a fantastic start to their careers.

* 24/7 tutor support includes: essay feedback (within 24 hours); live chat 24/7 for generic feedback on academic writing; and subject-specific help at a foundation or first-year level for subjects including mathematics, chemistry, biology, physics, business, accounting, microeconomics, macroeconomics and statistics. There are also a wide range of workshops, resources and courses available in academic skills support to assist you and help you to succeed.