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Bachelor of Social Science

Pursue career opportunities in areas such as advocacy, community education and research.

Gain skills and knowledge in social and political theory, social research and public policy. Develop a critical understanding of the social, political, economic and environmental processes that underpin social change and conflict at local, national and international levels. Choose from studies in geography, politics and international relations, public policy, Indigenous studies and development studies. Complete an industry project within a social or community organisation.

CRICOS code
037991F
Commence
Semester 1 or Semester 2
Footnotes
  • Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
  • * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2023 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
  • Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
Study location QTAC code
  • Sunshine Coast 011061
Minimum selection threshold
OP - 18 Rank - 62
UniSC program code
AR361
Commence
Semester 1 or Semester 2
Duration
3 years full time or equivalent part time
Recommended prior study
English
Fee type 2013
  • Commonwealth supported places
  • Fee paying places
  • International fee-paying places
Total units
288

Gain skills and knowledge in social and political theory, social research and public policy. Develop a critical understanding of the social, political, economic and environmental processes that underpin social change and conflict at local, national and international levels. Choose from studies in geography, politics and international relations, public policy, Indigenous studies and development studies. Complete an industry project within a social or community organisation.

Majors

Development studies; geography; politics and international relations; sociology.

Career opportunities

Policy analysis and development, social planning, government, research, local and regional planning, community education, industrial relations, unions, welfare.

Program structure

Program requirements

In order to graduate you must:

  • Complete 2 core courses, 8 required courses, 1 major (8 courses) or 2 minors (8 courses) and 6 electives.
  • Complete no more 10 introductory level courses, including core courses.
  • Register your selected Majors and Minors with Student Administration.
Program notes
  • Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
  • Required courses may count towards some majors and minors.
  • Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
  • As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
  • Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
  • When enrolling, refer to the Study Plan.

Program structure

Core courses

Select 2 core courses from:

COR109 Design Capstone
COR110 Art, Design and Digital Culture
COR111 Design Futures

Introductory courses

2 required courses:

SCS110 Sensing Environments
SCS130 Design Capstone

Advanced courses

6 required courses:

SCS225 Introduction to Contemporary Global Media and Communication
SCS230 Communication Campaign Planning
SCS235 Writing for Strategic Communication
SCS290 Social Media Communication
SCS295 Industry Project 1: Communication, Creativity and Design
SCS2IP1 Industry Internship 1: Communication, Creativity and Design

PLUS select 8 courses
to complete a major from those listed below or 2 minors from those listed below:

Major courses

Select a major (8 courses) from:

Minor courses

Or select 2 minors (4 courses each) from: 

Elective courses

Select 6 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).

TOTAL UNITS 288

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Total units: 288