85.8% employed within four months of graduating.
Graduate Outcomes Survey 2023-2025 - Undergraduate Humanities, Culture and Social Sciences
Degree overview
Push for equality for all
This combined degree program is embedded with Indigenous culture, knowledge and practices. Examine inequity in education, health and business and social contexts. Contribute to the push for equal rights - both locally and globally.
You will gain an understanding of uneven development, decolonisation, identity cultures, and representation. You'll graduate an active global citizen, ready to create innovative solutions to pressing issues.
A partner in the program, The Wollotuka Institute is committed to the advancement of Indigenous education at a local, national and international level.
World top 150
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for Geography
88% of students
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were happy with facilities and resources – above the national average
Career opportunities
This program opens doors for jobs in a range of areas in both Indigenous and non-Indigenous organisations in a global context.
Skills, abilities and knowledge learnt in the combined program are highly sought after by a broad range of employers, including international aid organisations, consulting firms and local, state and federal government departments.
Professional Outcomes
- Global Development Worker
- Organisational Cultural Diversity Practitioner
- Cultural Heritage Conservationist
- Policy and Research Officer
- International Aid/Development
- Advocacy and Policy Development Work
Course overview
Specialise your studies by choosing a major from each degree program.
Student experience
Student experience
Meet Kirra, Bachelor of Development Studies student 1:41
Meet University of Newcastle student, Kirra and find out why she chose to study a Bachelor of Development Studies. From international travel opportunities to industry work experience, this degree is preparing Kirra for the real world.
Career-ready placements
Every major has a course available that includes a 140-hour placement with relevant industry partners in government, not-for-profit organisations, or private businesses.
Students may also undertake international placement, available by enrolling in international study.
Fieldwork, in places like the sacred Aboriginal Baiame Cave, provides the chance to develop research skills.
Studying at Newcastle campus
Living in Newcastle
Nestled on Australia's spectacular east coast and surrounded by some of the state's most popular destinations, Newcastle is an all-round wonderful choice as a safe and friendly place to live.
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Campus Life
Our campuses are welcoming, inspiring, and collaborative places for students, staff, and the community. Explore our beautiful campuses and discover what it’s like to study at the University of Newcastle.
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Scholarships
Our scholarships recognise achievement and support enthusiastic and dedicated students. If you are a current student, or planning to study with us, we encourage you to apply for all scholarships you meet the criteria for.
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Accommodation
Living on campus is an experience unlike any other. Whether you're from across Australia or around the globe, your home on campus is where you'll form lifelong friendships and harness your potential in a supportive and diverse community.
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