Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) (BSocSc(Hons))
Information valid for students commencing 2024
Duration
1 Year full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2024
Semester 1 (19 Feb, 2024)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
16
Program code
2033
Faculty
Humanities Arts Social Science
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Attendance mode
In Person
Entry requirements
AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
Enquiries for Australian students
Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences
Email: hass@uq.edu.au
Phone: 07 3365 1333
Duration
1 Year full-time
Commencing 2024
Semester 1 (19 Feb, 2024)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
16
Program code
2033
Faculty
Humanities Arts Social Science
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Attendance mode
In Person
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
- Bachelor of Social Science from the University (or equivalent); and
- have gained a grade point average (GPA) of 5.0 on a 7-point scale from an approved combination of courses comprising:
- all Level 2 and Level 3 BSocSc Core Courses and 6 units of Level 2 and Level 3 courses from the chosen BSocSc Major; or
- satisfy the executive dean that the person is qualified to undertake the program based on the person's academic records and subject to completion of additional work, if set.
A person who completed their bachelor's more than two years prior to program commencement must obtain approval from the executive dean to enrol.
Other Entry Requirements
- The head of school may limit places depending on supervisor availability.
- Once eligibility is established, entry is via a competitive selection process based on GPA.
CRICOS Code: 081757F
English Proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.PTE Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.OET is not accepted. view the English proficiency policy.AQF level
AQF level 8
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
Enquiries for International students
International Student Advisor
Phone: +61 7 3346 9872
Why study the Bachelor of Social Science (Honours)?
The Bachelor of Social Science with Honours is a single year of full-time (or part-time equivalent) advanced level study plus applied research in the behavioural and social sciences. Students are eligible to undertake Honours if they have completed a Bachelor of Social Science degree or its equivalent with an appropriate level of achievement. The honours program combines a flexible mix of coursework and independent study, during which students prepare and undertake an approved independent social science research project and submit a formal honours thesis. Honours students are encouraged to extend their specialised study in one of the areas of Health and Social Policy, Development or Environment and Society and can be individually supervised across relevant UQ schools or and Research Centres. An Honours degree in Social Science allows students to develop, extend and consolidate their knowledge and skills in social science theory and research in relation to their specialisation area and is a valuable additional qualification on entering the job market.
What you can study
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of Social Science (Honours).
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Bachelor of Social Science (Honours)
- Development Field of Study
- Environment and Society Field of Study
- Health and Social Policy Field of Study
- Health and Society Field of Study
- Social and Public Policy Field of Study
Honours
Honours will be awarded to all graduates of this program.
How to apply
Entry requirements for Australian students
See the Study at UQ website for admissions information
How to Apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
Entry requirements for International students
Prerequisites
- Bachelor of Social Science from the University (or equivalent); and
- have gained a grade point average (GPA) of 5.0 on a 7-point scale from an approved combination of courses comprising:
- all Level 2 and Level 3 BSocSc Core Courses and 6 units of Level 2 and Level 3 courses from the chosen BSocSc Major; or
- satisfy the executive dean that the person is qualified to undertake the program based on the person's academic records and subject to completion of additional work, if set.
A person who completed their bachelor's more than two years prior to program commencement must obtain approval from the executive dean to enrol.
Other Entry Requirements
- The head of school may limit places depending on supervisor availability.
- Once eligibility is established, entry is via a competitive selection process based on GPA.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 081757F
English proficiency
IELTS Academic - overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT (including Paper Edition) - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.PTE Academic- Overall Score 64, and 60 in all sub bands.BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.OET is not accepted. View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Online Application Form.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Bachelor of Social Science (Honours)
Careers
Graduates are prepared for a range of careers in consultancy and social research; health care planning, management and policy; health promotion; human services; social and public policy development, analysis and evaluation; local and international community development; public relations, communication and media work; social planning and social impact assessment; campaign direction and events management.
Program rules for the Bachelor of Social Science (Honours)
To complete the Bachelor of Social Science (Honours)
To graduate with a Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) a student must have successfully completed all requirements of the program as certified by the Executive Dean. This includes courses to be taken to complete the program and any other specific conditions of the program including admission, enrolment and progression requirements.
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
