Study History
Curious about the past? Learn more about the History major within the Bachelor of Social Science and Bachelor of Arts at UON.
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ATAR cut-off
60.20
68.53 (Median ATAR)
60.20
66.70 (Median ATAR)
International entry requirement
Start dates
- Semester 1 - 26 Feb 2018
- Semester 2 - 30 Jul 2018
- Semester 1 - 26 Feb 2018
- Semester 2 - 30 Jul 2018
Mode of delivery
Face to Face
Duration
3 years full-time or part-time equivalent up to 8 years maximum.
Start dates
- Semester 1 - 26 Feb 2018
- Semester 2 - 30 Jul 2018
- Semester 1 - 26 Feb 2018
- Semester 2 - 30 Jul 2018
English language proficiency
- IELTS overall minimum - 6.0
- IELTS section minimum - 6.0
Duration
3 years full-time.
Mode of delivery
Face to Face
Study social science at UON
Make your mark by crafting strategies and solutions to various social challenges.
With our Bachelor of Social Science you will gain an empowering qualification that leads to rewarding careers in diverse fields. This degree will see you develop cultural sensitivity, ethical awareness and a solid understanding of the constructs that make the world go round.
Social Science is the study of social relationships, structures and issues. You will learn to analyse, challenge and gain insight into universally relevant theories about life cycle, gender, class, race, work, social justice and social organisation. You will also explore the exciting complexities of the human race and the societies in which we exist.
Why study with us?
- Pursue what interests you. Choose a specialisation from 11 diverse majors to enrich your learning and employment options.
- Graduate work-ready through hands-on learning and the opportunity for a minimum of 80 hours work experience.
- Be part of an enriched learning environment. 90% of our Social Science students are impressed with the teaching quality at UON and we are global leaders in the areas of Sociology and Geography.
- Develop in-demand skills transferrable across industries like advanced social research techniques, high-level communication, problem-solving, socio-cultural awareness and teamwork.
World top 100
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for sociology
80 hours
of work experience
What you will study
The core courses available when you study a Social Science degree include:
- applied social research (including an applied social research project)
- ethical debates in the social sciences
- organisational management and social behaviour
- policy development, program management and evaluation
- professional practice and key debates in the social sciences
- social analysis: key perspectives in the social sciences
- society and culture
In addition to your core courses, you have the opportunity to choose from 11 major areas of study to diversify your learning and career pathways. You can also undertake elective courses outside the Bachelor of Social Science.
Program plans
Download a program plan for further details on what you will study.
These program plans are applicable to new students. Current students should refer to the program handbook to access the plan relevant to the year they commenced.
- 2017 to 2013 Semester 1 Social Science - Part-time Program Plan 683.8 KB Use the correct Program Plan to map out your program.
- 2017 to 2013 Semester 1 Social Science Full-time Program Plan 680.6 KB Use the correct Program Plan to map out your program.
Additional documents
- Elective - available to B. Social Science Students only This course offers students the opportunity to undertake a social science placement in industry, business or other organisation. It is available as an elective in the Bachelor of Social Science.
Career opportunities
Careers stemming from this degree are broad and varied. You will work closely with our Careers Service to align your majors and courses to where you would like to specialise.
Whatever your preferred career path (eco-tourism, event management, human services, human resources, global health to name a few), you will graduate from UON with work-ready skills and transferable attributes that are attractive to employers.
Common areas of employment for Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) graduates include social research, management and policy work for government and non-government agencies.
You may also find work in the private sector, particularly in areas relating to your major. For instance graduates of the Community Welfare and Human Services major may find work with a variety of government and private welfare agencies.
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Practical experience
80 hour work placement program
In your third year of study, you can choose to take part in a work placement program. With supervision, you will locate and undertake an 80-hour work placement with organisations involved in social research, education or community service. This direct experience will provide invaluable exposure to researchers and managers.
