Bachelor of Social and Economic Policy (Sociology)

If you have a keen social conscience and would like to spend your career investigating society’s key challenges, then the Bachelor of Social and Economic Policy (Sociology) lets you explore how social, economic and political factors help shape human actions in modern society.

You’ll develop a solid grounding in the social sciences, which will help you gain skills to analyse social and economic issues in the real world.

The course will see you investigate social policy reform matters from a distinctive perspective thanks to Canberra’s location as the centre of federal and ACT government socio-economic policy design, implementation and evaluation.The course’s flexibility allows for a variety of subject areas and disciplines to be explored, including international relations and political science, as well as business, management, law and commerce.

On top of analytical and critical thinking skills, you’ll gain experience in research and data analysis, providing you with practical abilities for a contemporary policy and analysis career.

Upon graduation, you’ll be ready for a range of roles which may include working within the government, private, not-for-profit or community sectors.

Or if further learning is your preferred next-step, you’ll be well-prepared to engage in study for a Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) degree.The structure and content of this degree has been informed by the needs of employers and industry specialists, making it relevant to successful employment and career outcomes.

It includes Work Integrated Learning (WIL) opportunities in the form of internships, professional practice units, capstone projects, networking and Study Abroad opportunities.

The National Centre for Socio-Economic Modelling (NATSEM) is one of the University’s most renowned multidisciplinary research centres and you’ll have opportunities to become involved in high-profile socio-economic research if you’re keen to explore a research-led route.Given the broad employment prospects associated with the degree, student WIL placements can occur across a range of fields, including with state and federal government departments, regulatory agencies, not-for-profit and community organisations, consulting firms, peak body associations and the private sector.A clear pathway exists between this course and the Bachelor of Philosophy (Honours) degree.

Bachelor of Social and Economic Policy (Sociology) (72 credit points) Required - 48 credit points as follows

• CM0008 Core Major in Government and Policy (24 credit points) Required - Must pass 18 credit points as follows 11012 - Professional Orientation (Government and Policy) - 3 cp, Level 1 11175 - Introduction to Economics - 3 cp, Level 1 11235 - Introduction to Politics and Government - 3 cp, Level 1 11236 - Investigating and Explaining Society - 3 cp, Level 1 11237 - Professional Evidence (Government and Policy) - 3 cp, Level 3 11378 - Introduction to Public Policy - 3 cp, Level 1 Restricted Choice - Must pass 6 credit points from the following 9628 - International Business Study Tour - 3 cp, Level 2 10158 - Business, Government & Law Extended Internship - 6 cp, Level 3 10236 - Business, Government & Law Professional Internship - 12 cp, Level 3 11166 - BGL Internship (Commerce) - 3 cp, Level 3 11167 - BGL Internship (Business and Management) - 3 cp, Level 3 11168 - BGL Internship (Government and Policy) - 3 cp, Level 3 11169 - Organisational Communications, Culture and Change - 3 cp, Level 3 11170 - Business Communication - 3 cp, Level 2 11379 - Social Enterprise - 3 cp, Level 2 11571 - BGL Research Internship - 3 cp, Level 3 Note: Credit Points: Students who want to do more than 6 credit points from this list may count them towards Open Electives. International Exchange: Students may also choose to undertake units at an international institution, subject to approval by the Program Director.
• SM0035 Specialist Major in Sociology (24 credit points) Required - Must pass 24 credit points as follows 11239 - Politics and Democracy - 3 cp, Level 1 11240 - Behavioural Science - 3 cp, Level 2 11243 - Political and Social Theory - 3 cp, Level 2 11246 - Introduction to Sociology - 3 cp, Level 1 11247 - Citizens, States and Societies - 3 cp, Level 3 11248 - Policy in Social Context - 3 cp, Level 3 11249 - Sociology of Technology and Work - 3 cp, Level 2 11328 - Cultural Sociology - 3 cp, Level 3

Open Electives - 24 credit points as follows

• Must pass 24 credit points from anywhere in the University, as a breadth major, a breadth minor and/or as individual units.

Admission Requirements

Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:- Year 12 ATAR- other Australian Qualification- work experience- overseas qualificationWe also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes. More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry

Periods Course is Open to New Admissions

Information on admission closing dates can be found here.

Credit Arrangements

Credit arrangements (if available) for this course can be found on the University's Credit Search website.