Bachelor of Social Science

How do people respond to a serious disease outbreak such as SARS? What communication methods do protesters use to bypass government-controlled media? How can violent crime be reduced and our neighbourhoods made safer? What impact do social inequalities have on opportunities? Questions like these are at the heart of social science the study of society and the relationships among individuals.

This course will help you gain the insights into the science of people, places and social problems. With the skills you'll develop in social research and applied social science, you'll be prepared to make valuable contributions to some of the world's biggest issues.

Key Features

• This course has a strong emphasis on social research design, methods, practice and application across a range of data analysis techniques and technologies.
• You'll develop an understanding of issues in culturally diverse social environments.
• The focus is vocational, critical and scholarly. We consulted with employers, government departments, community groups, activist organisations and trade unions to build key skills into this course.
• You'll undertake an internship with one of our research partners, which will provide on-the-job training and the opportunity to work on a research project before you graduate.

Suitable for

Interested in how our social worlds are constructed? The Bachelor of Social Science will help you make a difference in how society looks after itself and others.

Professions

• Advocate
• Change manager
• Development officer
• Educator
• Evaluator
• Government or private sector consultant
• Human resources officer
• Journalist
• Justice officer
• Local government officer
• Non-government worker
• Market analyst
• Market or social researcher
• Policy analyst
• Resource manager in social contexts
• Town planner
• Welfare officer
• Youth worker

What You'll Study

Part of what makes Macquarie future focused is that we allow you the freedom to explore your interests across a range of areas, rather than lock you in to a single, narrow field. So follow your passions and tailor your course to your needs and interests.

Units

Units are what we call subjects. Most full-time students take four units – each worth a fixed number of credit points – per session.

Entry Requirements

For students from overseas, Macquarie uses an international selection rank to determine the minimum eligibility requirement for each undergraduate course. This rank has been converted into equivalent scores for various recognised international high school qualifications and university entrance examinations, including global qualifications like the International Baccalaureate (IB) and GCE A-Levels.

English Language Requirements

All applicants for undergraduate coursework studies at Macquarie University are required to provide evidence of proficiency in English.

You may satisfy the English language requirements if you have completed:

• Senior secondary studies equivalent to the NSW HSC
• One year of Australian or comparable tertiary study in a country of qualification

Alternative entry

At Macquarie, we are all about success. With our International Academic Entry Program, we recognise your individual strengths, interests, and personal circumstances. If you have not achieved the overall score required for your program, but demonstrate particular strength in relevant subjects, we may consider you for alternative entry.

Course Fees

International fee-paying
AUD $34,800
Indicative annual fee
Fee per credit point AUD $1,450.00

The indicative annual fee displayed is based on completing a standard full time study load. Fees may increase each year. For courses longer than one year in duration, you will pay the fee that is current for the year that you enrol in the unit.