Course overview
The UNSW Bachelor of Social Sciences is a three-year degree when studied full time, that will prepare you for a career with real impact. Not only will you develop analytical skills alongside practical skills to understand and analyse a range of political, social, environmental and economic challenges – you’ll learn how to influence policy and bring about positive change, too.
Social scientists inform public debate and shape policy. Throughout your degree you’ll get plenty of practical experience through our real-world activities and projects, work experience and internships. We also offer overseas study options via our exchange programs and opportunities to join student organisations and volunteering groups.
Key features
- Flexibility and variety: Choose among a wide range of social sciences to design a degree that suits your goals and values. Focus on one or two fields that you are passionate about while still having the freedom to explore other exciting areas. Build a solid foundation whether you want to graduate to further study or a professional career.
- Practical experience, here and overseas: Through real-world work experiences, you'll build professional skills and employability that stand out. Gain skills in communication, analysis, ethical decision-making and teamwork through internships and international exchange opportunities with our diverse range of industry partners.
- Purpose-driven community: Become part of a collective dedicated to solving local and global issues. Diverse classmates, award-winning teachers, world-renowned researchers, and leading practitioners will support your goals and share knowledge and experiences. Develop influential diplomacy and collaboration skills through student-led organisations and volunteer groups.
Double Degrees: Bachelor of Social Sciences can be combined with 429380 Bachelor of Advanced Science (Hons), 426000 Bachelor of Law, 422302 Bachelor of Media, 429210 Bachelor of Science, 422402 Bachelor of Social Work (Hons).
ATAR Profile: Some UNSW offers were issued based on the UNSW Gateway Admission Pathway with a lower ATAR entry requirement. Refer to the Admissions Information for a complete ATAR profile by degree.
Course record
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities
Research officer, policy analyst, political adviser, project officer, research consultant, program manager, international business consultant, government agencies, united nations, local government officials, non-governments organisations, advocacy and campaign manager, journalist, tourism and trade adviser.
Other Information
Practical experience
Optional for credit internship course.
Honours
Available as an additional year to high achieving students.
Fees and charges
Refer to UNSW current fee information.
Majors
Areas of study
Economics, environmental humanities, gender studies, geographical studies, global development, humanitarian engineering, human resource management, indigenous studies, innovation, strategy and entrepreneurship, international business, international studies, marketing, media, culture and technology, languages, politics and international relations, sociology and anthropology.
Entry requirements
Switch between domestic ATAR data and international qualification equivalents.
IB Diploma
30Admission is assessed against the qualification, prerequisite and English requirements for the course.
If the student's current English result is below the direct-entry requirement, consider the university's recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package. When the student successfully completes the approved pathway at the required level, the university may accept that pathway for English entry without requiring a new IELTS, TOEFL or PTE result. Always confirm exclusions for professional registration courses and the offer conditions.
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Campuses & intake dates
- Sydney - KensingtonNSW