Bachelor of Sociology

Course Details

The Bachelor of Social Sciences at the University of Adelaide provides students with the skills to investigate, analyse and interpret the major social justice challenges we face in our increasingly globalised world. These challenges include: homelessness and youth homelessness; closing the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians with regard to health, education and employment; gender inequity in the workplace; children living in poverty; the impact on communities due to the decline of manufacturing; unequal education provision. Students will learn about social justice and the differing needs in society, and develop the skills to respond to these critical problems and make change. Students will also build valuable qualitative and quantitative research skills and have the opportunity to design their own independent research projects. This degree will appeal to high school applicants who are currently enjoying humanities subjects such as Society & Culture or Womens Studies, as well as appealing to general applicants who are interested in developing skills so they can make a positive difference in the world.

Qualification: Bachelor Degree (Pass)

Course structure: This program mixes core learning in a broad range of relevant areas with practical research investigation. Students are introduced to methods and tools to design and conduct social research and develop approaches to analyse findings and advocate change. In the final year, students can apply for a merit based internship that gives direct access to possible future employers with a social justice focus and the opportunity to work on a research project together. Or, students may choose to strengthen their knowledge in social sciences methodologies to build more expertise in this area.

Bachelor of Social Sciences can be studied as a double degree with a Bachelor of Health Sciences and a Bachelor of Laws.