Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
University of South Australia - Magill Campus
Australia,South Australia
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36 Months
Duration
CAD 32,800/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 0 FREE
Application Fee
Jul 2025
Apply Date
Australia, South Australia
Type: University
Location Type: Semi-Urban
Founded: 1991
Total Students: 37,000 +
Int. Students: 5,500 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
St Bernards Rd, Magill SA 5072, Australia
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
Program Overview
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.
What you'll Learn
This degree will explore social life, social change and social problems. You will develop an understanding of the complexities of contemporary social life; addressing social problems and examining issues of ethnicity, globalisation, popular culture and social movements.
You will develop the critical and creative thinking skills to identify trends, structures and social issues that emerge from cultural, political and economic change. You will graduate with a sound knowledge of:
- Social theory
- Contemporary debates
- Research methodology
- Cultures and sub cultures
- Migration
- Policy
- Family
- Global society
- Social movements.
This degree allows you to select two majors ensuring you graduate with an in-depth knowledge of areas of interest to you. You can choose your second major from the following:
- Applied Linguistics
- Cultural Studies
- Creative Writing and Literature
- Criminology and Criminal Justice
- History and Global Politics
- Languages (French/Italian/Japanese)
- Law, Policy and Politics
- Psychology.
In addition to your two majors, you will also be required to complete two core courses, four courses from a selected list of minors (also from the above list), and Professional Directions Program 1 & 2 or two electives.
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE Tuition Fee
CAD 32,800 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in University of South Australia - Magill 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
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