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Western Sydney University

  • 13% international / 87% domestic

Bachelor of Social Science (Advanced)

  • Bachelor

Shape the world we live in and expand your knowledge through theory, research and practical application. Get a deep understanding of our complex, culturally diverse and dynamic world.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
3 years full-time, 6 years part-time
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
Mar, Jul

About this course

Shape the world we live in and expand your knowledge through theory, research and practical application. Get a deep understanding of our complex, culturally diverse and dynamic world.

Study locations

Liverpool City

Parramatta South

Penrith

Career pathways

As a graduate in Social Sciences, you can look forward to career opportunities in:

  • Social advocacy and activism

  • Heritage consultant

  • Social policy analysis

  • Child protection

  • Peacekeeping agencies and international aid

  • Police work, investigative and intelligence agencies
Human Rights Advocate

Working in Human Rights involves reporting on and attempting to remedy violations of the basic rights of humankind, social, civil, cultural or political. You may visit victims, interact with government leaders and attend trials.

Cultural Tourism Officer

Cultural Tourism Officers act as guides to travellers who want to experience the places, artefacts and activities that authentically represent the stories and people of the past and present, including cultural historic and natural resources.

Heritage Officer

Working within a heritage organisation, you are responsible for maintaining and caring for heritage listed buildings and other items. You may also be involved in promoting the organisation, managing visitors, preparing reports and conducting research.

Policy Analyst

Policy Analysts collect and analyse information and data to develop and analyse policies guiding the design, implementation and modification of government and commercial operations and programs.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Humanities, Culture & Social Sciences courses at Western Sydney University.
83.8%
Overall satisfaction
86%
Skill scale
73.1%
Teaching scale
50%
Employed full-time
$54.8k
Average salary