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undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Social Science

Course code: #10716

undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Social Science

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2023)

    $32,255 AUD

  • Application fee

    Free

  • Duration

    3 years

  • PSW

    4 years

  • Min GPA

    60.6 out of 100

  • CRICOS code

    014637C

Highlights
Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-February 31-January-2025 2025-01-31
Winter-July 30-June-2023 2023-06-30
Fall-February 31-January-2024 2024-01-31
Winter-July 30-June-2024 2024-06-30

Overview

Bachelor of Social Science

Make your mark in the world by working in fields that make a positive difference in people’s lives.

Social Science is the study of social systems, institutions, and cultures. 

This degree at the University of Newcastle will equip you to understand and analyse the social dynamics of the world around you and develop practical solutions to create positive change.

You will learn to analyse and address key social issues and inequalities, using practical strategies and methods to propose evidence-based solutions that can create better outcomes for all.

This program allows you to pursue your interests by choosing from a diverse range of majors. 

You will graduate work ready with the skills and knowledge you need to pursue a rewarding career.

Majors: 

  • Global Indigenous Studies
  • Human Services
  • Criminology
  • History
  • Human Geography and the Environment
  • HRM and Industrial Relations
  • Tourism and Event Management
  • Linguistics
  • Politics and International Relations
  • Psychology Studies
  • Sociology and Anthropology

 

Work Integrated Learning

All students will take part in 80 hours of work experience through embedded work integrated Learning.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$41,446

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $8,916
Accommodation 1 bed room $9,191
Tuition 1 person $32,255

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Academic transcript
  • Completion certificate
  • Evidence of English proficiency
  • Passport biometric page
  • For programs requiring work experience, a curriculum vitae (CV)/resume and/or letters of work experience are recommended.

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

60
12
listening
21
writing
18
speaking
13
reading

PTE

50
54
listening
54
writing
54
speaking
54
reading

Cambridge

169
169
listening
169
writing
169
speaking
169
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

English language skills test equivalence:  IELTS 6

TOEFL IBT: 60-78 with a Writing score of 21-23, Speaking 18-19, Reading 13-18, and Listening 12-19

PTE: 50-57 with all bands 54

Cambridge: 169 -175  with all bands 169

The University of Newcastle offers a wide range of intensive English language programs to help students achieve their goal of studying at the University of Newcastle.

Course NameDurationEntry RequirementsLead to
English Language Bridging - Elementary10 weeksIELTS 4.0Intermediate
English Language Bridging - Intermediate10 weeksIELTS 5.0Upper-Intermediate
English Language Bridging - Upper-Intermediate10 weeksIELTS 5.5Advanced English 
Advanced (EAP)10 weeksIELTS 6.0Undergraduate & Postgraduate Coursework Program

Students with an offer for Undergraduate programs may enter Upper Intermediate English with an IELTS score of 5.0 Upper-Intermediate.

Students with an offer for Undergraduate programs may enter this course with an IELTS score of 5.5.


Academic background and requirement

Entry requirements:

Senior secondary school qualification

 

Recommended Studies:

HSC English (Advanced) or equivalent. For Psychology Studies major: HSC Mathematics or equivalent.

 

GPA:

China:

China (Peoples’ Republic) National Entrance Examination (Gaokao): 455    out of 750   (60.6%)

 

India:

  • All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE): 9
  • Indian School Certificate (CISCE): 75
  • Board of Intermediate Education Andhra Pradesh - Intermediate Public Examination: 70
  • Gujarat Secondary and Higher Secondary Education Board - Higher Secondary Certificate Examination: 70
  • Government of Karnataka Department of Pre-University Education - Second Year PreUniversity Examination: 70

 

 

Foundation Studies

The University of Newcastle College of International Education Foundation Studies Program can be completed in either two or three trimesters and is designed to prepare international students for university study, both academically and socially. 

Career opportunities

  • Community and Family Services Manager
  • Disability and Aged Care Coordinator
  • Indigenous and Youth Programs Coordinator
  • Environmental Advocacy Organizer
  • Public Health and Welfare Specialist
  • Social Science Researcher
  • Education Policy Analyst

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