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Bachelor of Science Education (Dean's Scholar)

Wollongong , Australia

Science Education at UOW involves learning science and how to teach it effectively. As a science teacher you will teach the structure and behaviour of both the physical and natural world through observation and experiment. UOW Science teachers have practical teaching skills and a high-level knowledge of science. The UOW Bachelor of Science Education qualifies you to be a high school science teacher, and the Dean's Scholar is a program for high-achieving students who wish to continue their studies through honours and research degrees. As a Dean's Scholar you will make a scholarly contribution to your field of study and to UOW. You will have access to an academic mentor, extended library privileges, invitations to attend School workshops and seminars, and networking events. There's also the opportunity for casual employment in the UOW Faculty of Social Sciences, community research, or projects supervised by leading practitioners or scholars for 15 hours per year. You will undertake extensive professional experience throughout your degree, which allows you to learn by observation and apply your skills in the classroom. You may also have opportunities for rural and international professional experiences, and to study overseas with UOW's international exchange and study abroad partners, and international cultural immersion programs.

A$27,072 International

A$6,566 Domestic

A$17,000 Living cost

Bachelor of Social Science

University of Wollongong

Wollongong , Australia

Social Science looks at why and how we live the way we do. The social sciences look at society and social behaviour to understand, explain and change human behaviour to positively transform the lives of individuals, families and communities. Social Scientists work in diverse social environments to identify issues and develop strategies for solutions to social problems. Nationally and globally there is a demand for social scientists who are able to understand the complex and changing needs of societies in the face of technological, economic and social changes that constantly affect the smallest of communities to the largest of continents.

A$26,064 International

A$6,566 Domestic

A$17,000 Living cost

Bachelor of Social Science (Criminology)

University of Wollongong

Wollongong , Australia

Criminologists take an interdisciplinary approach to understanding why people commit crime, how societies conceptualise harm, and why some harms are classed as crimes while others are not. Criminologists also investigate how societies respond to crime and whether our responses are effective and fair for offenders, victims and the general community. Social Science draws on a range of disciplines to critically examine current debates and how various contested theories and values translate into policies and practices

A$26,064 International

A$6,566 Domestic

A$17,000 Living cost

Bachelor of Social Science (Dean's Scholar)

University of Wollongong

Wollongong , Australia

Social Science looks at why and how we live the way we do. The social sciences look at society and social behaviour to understand, explain, and change human behaviour to positively transform the lives of individuals, families and communities. Social Scientists work in diverse social environments to identify issues and develop strategies for solutions to social problems. Nationally and globally there is a demand for social scientists who are able to understand the complex and changing needs of societies in the face of technological, economic and social changes that constantly affect the smallest of communities to the largest of continents.

A$26,064 International

A$6,566 Domestic

A$17,000 Living cost

Bachelor of Social Science (Health Promotion)

University of Wollongong

Wollongong , Australia

Health Promotion provides information and initiatives on healthy eating, physical activity and healthy lifestyles to assist people in leading healthy and active lives. Through research, education and promotion, Health Promotion enables people to take control of their health by being aware of the social, environmental, political and economic conditions that affect the health and wellbeing of wider communities.

A$26,064 International

A$9,359 Domestic

A$17,000 Living cost

Bachelor of Social Science (Human Geography)

University of Wollongong

Wollongong , Australia

Human Geography is a social science that studies the world, its people, communities and cultures with an emphasis on relations of space and place, combined with a focus on field work, in both teaching and research. Human Geographers find solutions to issues around climate change, economic development, environmental management, population and cultural change, and urban, rural and regional planning. You'll study conflicts and tensions, consider scientific evidence, critically analyse policy, and identify solutions with environmental sustainability and social justice in mind. As a Human Geographer you'll make essential contributions to environmental management, urban planning, and processes of social and economic change.

A$26,064 International

A$6,566 Domestic

A$17,000 Living cost

Bachelor of Social Science (Indigenous Studies)

University of Wollongong

Wollongong , Australia

Indigenous Studies explores the controversies, complexities and contradictions that shape what it means to be Indigenous in Australia and the world today. Contemporary Indigenous Australia is a fascinating crossroads of history, culture, power and politics. It includes the study of practical issues such as health in Indigenous communities, political issues like conflicting notions of identity and history, as well as understanding where these issues overlap.

A$26,064 International

A$6,566 Domestic

A$17,000 Living cost

Bachelor of Social Science (Public Health)

University of Wollongong

Wollongong , Australia

Public Health is the art and science of promoting population health by promoting healthy people, places and policies. Public Health improves health and life quality by working to prevent disease, prolonging life, and promoting health by scientifically analysing populations and generating solutions to problems. The UOW Bachelor of Social Science (Public Health) involves a common foundation of compulsory social science subjects in first year, followed by a major in Public Health. In third year you'll have the opportunity to undertake work integrated learning, where you'll gain vital community experience. You will complement your degree with a minor study area from any field in the University offering cross-faculty enrolment. You can also study electives abroad, or stay local and undertake activities to build your cross-cultural communication skills.

A$26,064 International

A$9,359 Domestic

A$17,000 Living cost

Bachelor of Social Science (Social Marketing)

University of Wollongong

Wollongong , Australia

This Social Marketing major incorporates social innovation and social entrepreneurial strategies to tackle real world issues like environmental sustainability, homelessness, social inequality and repression. We have combined a variety of skills from marketing, social sciences, innovation studies and design thinking. By the end of the course, you will learn how to engage with society’s most pressing problems from different perspectives and discuss salient opportunities for social change. You will enjoy the professional and industry experience that is brought to the course through the teaching team.

A$26,064 International

A$6,566 Domestic

A$17,000 Living cost

Bachelor of Social Science (Social Policy)

University of Wollongong

Wollongong , Australia

Social policy is concerned with actions by government, the private sector, families and communities to tackle social problems and work towards a more just and equal society. Drawing on a range of social sciences, including Sociology, Economics and Political Science, this major explores how social policies are developed, influenced, implemented, and evaluated. You will be introduced to the fundamental theories and concepts for analysing social policies and focus on substantive areas of policy including housing, health, education, welfare and the personal social services, in Australia and internationally. You will learn to propose and analyse policies for their potential impacts on social and economic welfare, recognising tensions related to resource allocation, power and inequality, political ideologies, and government intervention.

A$26,064 International

A$6,566 Domestic

A$17,000 Living cost