Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Science Research
Griffith University - Gold Coast Campus
Australia,Queensland
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12 Months
Duration
CAD 35,000/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 50
Application Fee
Jul 2025
Apply Date
Australia, Queensland
Type: University
Location Type: Semi-Urban
Founded: 1971
Total Students: 50,000 +
Int. Students: 8,500 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
1 Parklands Dr, Southport QLD 4215, Australia
Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Social Science Research
Program Overview
Bachelor of Arts graduates can undertake an additional year of study in the Honours program, which gives you the opportunity to build on the skills and knowledge gained in the foundation degree.
The Honours degree allows you to put to practical use the knowledge you've gained in the first three years of your degree, and it prepares you for postgraduate study and professional opportunities.
An Honours qualification may also help to set you apart from your peers, signalling to employers that you possess the abilities and knowledge they value, including critical thinking, time management and interpersonal engagement.
Industry and expert connections
The Bachelor of Arts (Honours) is an excellent entry path towards a PhD, and also signals to employers that you're capable of managing a large independent program under supervision. Internships may be available to students within the Honours program.
Graduate outcomes
In this year-long professional and educational experience, you'll do original research, use analytical skills,and work as part of a team environment to take your learning to the next level. As a graduate, you will be ready for highly skilled professional work or may choose to continue your education with a higher degree by research.
Major: Social Science Research
Social Science explores big world issues, social change and lasting solutions. You'll study and debate some of society's most compelling challenges, along with the techniques to understand, analyse and solve them.
Griffith University is ranked 151–175 in Social Sciences worldwide*. The degree is built around a tailored employability framework, so you’ll have the tools and experience to start building a successful and meaningful social science career well before you graduate.
Develop specialist knowledge in high-demand fields, selecting two majors from: social justice; global security threats; environmental sustainability; politics in Asia; economics; and media, communication and social change.
You’ll gain a deep understanding of society and be prepared to lead big changes.
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 50 Tuition Fee
CAD 35,000 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in Griffith University - Gold Coast Campus
CAD 29,710 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Check program website for more information about funding options.
