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Bachelor of Social Sciences
B.SocSci
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| Location: | North Terrace Campus |
| Duration: | 3 years
(full-time or
part-time equivalent)
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| Degree/Award: | Bachelor |
Social justice issues of local and global significance can be analysed, interpreted and measured. The Bachelor of Social Sciences has a strong focus on applied social research, policy analysis and writing providing a critical grounding for students in a broad range of knowledge of the social sciences. It prepares you for employment in public, private and non-government organisations in Australia and overseas. Graduates work in careers in social planning, government policy making, market research, media and public relations, aid development organisations, environmental agencies and the health sector.
The University has student exchange links with over 100 overseas institutions. You can study overseas for one or two semesters which counts as credit towards your degree program at the University of Adelaide. In addition there are no extra tuition fees for this study. What better way to test out newly developed language skills or experience another culture as you learn?
This program mixes core learning in a broad range of relevant areas (such as Globalisation, Justice and the Crowded Planet; Social Sciences in Australia; Ethnography: Engaged Research; Social Sciences Techniques) with practical research investigation. You will be introduced to methods and tools to design and conduct social research and develop approaches to analyse findings and advocate change. You’ll also specialise and undertake a ‘major’ choosing from the above areas of study.
Other opportunities include working on a research project with one of over 50
industry partners in an internship the media, arts, environment or parliament.
You can also study overseas for a semester (or two) as part of your degree
choosing from over 100 institutions around the world, and have chance to benefit
from regular career forums and mentoring programs run by the Faculty.
Honours Degree of Bachelor of Social Sciences
If you have strong interests in more than one area, then completing a double degree is a great investment. Most double degrees can be completed in four years of full time study and you will graduate with two parchments. The following double degree programs have direct entry codes for SATAC:
Are you enrolled in a single degree and would like to apply for a second degree? Have you ever wondered if you could study a combination of programs not covered in any of the listed double degrees? Both of these options are possible. And, by selecting the appropriate courses to enrol in, you can complete both awards in four years of full time study.
You can apply through SATAC for one program, and then apply for the second program the following year. Even better, you may be able to apply internally through the university for your second program in the middle of the year. The university rules for internal transfers, i.e. transferring from one degree to another or applying to enrol in a second degree can be found at http://www.adelaide.edu.au/student/admission/internaltransfers.
Please talk to the Faculty Office for enrolment advice if you are considering this option.
Studying for a humanities and social sciences degree means you can choose to study a language as part of your degree. Alternatively, any student enrolled in an undergraduate program at the university can elect to study a language through the Diploma in Languages. Start as a complete beginner or with more advanced knowledge and choose from Chinese, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Modern Greek or Spanish. The Diploma in Languages will extend study for one year to fit the language sequence, and you will graduate with certificates in both your program and the Diploma in Languages. You will leave university with language expertise, communication skills and greater cultural insight.
*The Diploma in Languages is not available to international students.
Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
I am a:
| 2008 CSP IB | 24 |
| SATAC Code | 324011 |
| 2008 CSP TER | 65.85 |
| HESS group
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General |
| Annual tuition fees
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Commonwealth-supported place: $5,201
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| Mid-year entry? | Yes |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
Not an international applicant?
| International TER | 70 |
| IELTS Total | 6 [more info] |
| Annual tuition fees
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International student place: $19,000 |
| Mid-year entry? | Yes |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
| International TER | 70 |
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IELTS
Total
Reading
Listening
Speaking
Writing
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6
5.5
5.5
6
6
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Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results?
| International TER | 70 |
| Annual tuition fees
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International student place: $19,000 |
| Mid-year entry? | Yes |
| Enquiries | Student Centre |
The study plans
given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description,
see the program rules.
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All courses are worth 3 units each. |
| Level I: Choose the following courses (24 units) |
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Semester One
Semester Two |
| Level II or Advanced Level: Choose the following courses (24 units) |
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| Level III or Advanced Level: Choose the following courses (24 units) |
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A very popular option for your third year is to take part in an internship in the arts, media, parliament or environment with over 50 industry partners. These include State Parliament and a range of public and business sector agencies, where you can use the knowledge from your university study in a practical work environment, building valuable networks and gaining experience that counts towards your degree program and prepares you for your future career.
The University of Adelaide is committed to regular reviews of the courses and programs it offers to students. The University of Adelaide therefore reserves the right to discontinue or vary programs and courses without notice. Please read the important information contained in the disclaimer.
Last updated: Tuesday, 9 Jun 2009
Did you know that you can study a language as part of your program, or in a Diploma in Languages with any University of Adelaide program? There are classes for total beginners and for those have studied a language before, in Chinese, French, German, Greek, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese and Spanish. Hear the benefits of studying languages, how it can work with your study plans and broaden your career options.
