Bachelor of Social Science - Course Overview

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Bachelor of Social Science (R3C)

Duration:

3 years

Location:

Launceston

Study Areas

This course provides students with exposure to social science as applied to practical real-world issues through linking studies in:
  • Sociology
  • Public policy
  • Psychology
  • Political Science
  • International Relations
  • Human resource management
This course aims to give a broad exposure to applied social science, while allowing study in social science and management issues within a non-professional educational context. Students will be able to link the disciplinary bases of management and administrative studies to their practical applications.

Special Requirements

Normal university entry requirements

Further study options

Honours, Grad Cert, Grad Dip, Masters, PhD

Career opportunities

Social science graduates are prepared for careers in the post-industrial service and information sectors and will be able to gain employment in areas such as:
  • Social and market research
  • Human resource management
  • Public administration
  • Policy analysis
  • Social welfare administration
  • Psychology
  • Police force
If a Human Resourse Management major is completed graduates may obtain professional recognition from the Australian Human Resources Institute.

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