Overview

You will get a thorough grounding in sociology and psychology, plus you can choose from a broad range of majors including politics and peace studies, philosophy, post-Colonial studies, and criminal justice to satisfy your interests, research and work. With skills in research, critical analysis and evaluation that are transferable across a range of employment opportunities, you can ensure your career is future fit for life.

Why study the Bachelor of Social Science with UNE?

University of New England's Bachelor of Social Science offers the opportunity to analyse contemporary social issues and challenges, and to learn the skills to implement creative, real-world solutions. You will learn the foundations of sociology and psychology with the opportunity to major in specific areas. Your analytical skills as a social science graduate, along with your capacity to understand and unpack complex social problems and offer innovative solutions, will make a real difference in the rapidly changing world.

After successfully completing the Bachelor of Social Science, you may be eligible to apply for UNE's Honours degree if you meet admission standards. The Honours degree will progress your career towards leadership and/or research positions, including academic, if this is your aim.

Career outcomes

By completing UNE’s Bachelor of Social Science, you will be well placed for positions in the public and private sectors. Some of the areas employing social science graduates include:

federal, state and local government departments and agencies that focus on family, community and health services
market and social research
non-governmental organisations including aid agencies, and advocacy groups
human resource management
media and journalism
academic research.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Thinking Sociologically
Mixed Methods in Social Research
Critical Thinking
Speaking in Public
Work Integrated Learning - Professional Skills Development
Writing for Research

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 120 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-06-23 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-31 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-06-13 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-10-20 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-10 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-02-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-02-24 00:00:00 , National

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If you are an international applicant you can apply at any time. We will consider late applications where possible.

Language

English

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Credits

144 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Armidale, Australia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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General requirements

CRICOS Code 016050C

To meet the entry requirements for this course you must have completed, at minimum, an Australian Year 12 qualification or overseas equivalent.
By applying for this course, we assume that you have sound knowledge of any 2 units of English studied at a Year 12 level (or overseas equivalent).
Any supporting documents related to your admission pathway. For example, if you apply based on previous study, upload evidence of your study so we can assess eligibility.
Proof of identity and citizenship. This can be a certified/notarised copy of the photo page of your passport, or another form of official photo identification that lists your full personal details including name and date of birth; for example, a foreign government identity card.
Evidence of English Language Requirements satisfied.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

31104 AUD / year

≈ 31104 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

16397 AUD / year

≈ 16397 AUD / year

Additional Details

National Commonwealth Supported Place

Living costs

Armidale

Australia

1500 - 2100 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Why study the Bachelor of Social Science with UNE?

Career outcomes

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

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Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

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Additional Details

Living costs

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