IELTS total 6.0, reading 6.0, writing 6.0
TOEFL PBT : 550 with TWE of 4.5
TOEFL iBT: 60 with Reading and Writing not less than 18
Pearson PTE: 50 with Reading and Writing communicative scores not less than 50
Cambridge CAE/CPE : 169
As a student studying the Sociology major you will investigate cultural, social and political trends and attain much sought-after skills in critical and creative thinking.
You will:
understand the complexities of contemporary social life, addressing social problems and examining issues of ethnicity, globalisation, popular culture and social movements
have developed both critical and creative thinking capabilities in order to identify trends, structures and social issues that emerge from cultural, political and economic change.
be able to undertake systematic methods of investigation and analysis of societal structures within professional contexts in order to contribute effectively to local, national and international initiatives.
You will also graduate with writing, presentation, digital, communication, research and problem-solving skills that can be transferable across a range of roles and are highly regarded by prospective employers.
CRICOS CODE : 081805C
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Degree structure
FIRST YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Truth, Lies and Being Human
The Social World
Major 2
Minor
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Intercultural Communication
Sociological Perspectives
Major 2
Minor
SECOND YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Understanding Globalisation
Major 2
Minor
Elective
OR
Professional Directions Program 1
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Sociology of Crime and Deviance
Major 2
Minor
Elective
OR
Professional Directions Program 2
THIRD YEAR
First Semester (Study Period 1, 2 or 3)
Social Theory for the 21st Century
Contemporary Culture and Social Change
Major 2
Major 2
Second Semester (Study Period 4, 5 or 6)
Migration, Diversity and Belonging
Sociology of Gender and Intimacy
Major 2
Major 2
Majors, Sub-majors & Minors
French Studies
Italian Studies
Japanese Studies
Psychology
Creative Writing and Literature
Applied Linguistics
Sociology
Performing Arts
Social Media
Screen Studies
History and Global Politics
English Language
Cultural Studies
Law, Policy and Politics
Graduates from this specialisation find work in the public service sector and multinational firms. Career options include:
market researcher: plan, implement, control, analyse and report on data relating to what people and/or organisations want, need, buy, think or do
policy developer and analyst: study social problems and develop policies in order to solve them
public relations officer: use all forms of media to build, maintain and manage the reputation of your clients
youth worker: guide and support young people in their social, educational and personal development
OSHC: 530 ($) per year
