See the world in new ways by examining every aspect of human social life.
Learn how we are shaped by education, socioeconomic status, religion, gender and ethnicity, and understand how to analyse social problems and issues.
Many graduates secure roles in the public and private sectors as policy analysts, researchers, policy advisers, project managers and social workers.
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Family services officer
- Policy analyst
- Project manager
- Social worker
- Sociologist
- Social and government researcher
- Social inclusion officer
- Social justice advocate
- Psychosocial community support worker
“The Bachelor of Arts offers a variety of courses, gives students the opportunity of exploring different areas and lets you focus on specific areas you are interested in.”
Ji FengCurrent student, Bachelor of Arts (Sociology and Media and Digital Cultures)
“My mind has been blown by the ideas, concepts and groundbreaking research I’ve been exposed to through my arts degree. My sociological studies have given me a passionate, empathetic view and a drive to change the world for the better.”
Sarah RitchieGraduate, Bachelor of Arts (Sociology and Gender Studies)
“The Bachelor of Arts offers a variety of courses, gives students the opportunity of exploring different areas and lets you focus on specific areas you are interested in.”
Ji FengCurrent student, Bachelor of Arts (Sociology and Media and Digital Cultures)
“My mind has been blown by the ideas, concepts and groundbreaking research I’ve been exposed to through my arts degree. My sociological studies have given me a passionate, empathetic view and a drive to change the world for the better.”
Sarah RitchieGraduate, Bachelor of Arts (Sociology and Gender Studies)
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How you'll learn
In 2022, we'll be teaching on campus, with online options (for most programs and plans) for students who can't attend in person. See the list of programs and plans you can't commence online.
Course delivery modes may change in future semesters.
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Overseas study
- Seminars
What you'll study
At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:
- Introduction to Sociology
- Inequality, Society and the Self
- Sex, Gender and Social Relationships
- Introduction to social research
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