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undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Social Science

Course code: #C58

undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Social Science

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2023)

    $34,650 AUD

  • Application fee

    Free

  • Duration

    3 years

  • PSW

    3 years

  • Min GPA

    60 out of 100

  • CRICOS code

    079122D

Highlights
Practicum

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-February 05-February-2024 2024-02-05
Winter-July 10-July-2024 2024-07-10
Fall-February 05-February-2025 2025-02-05
Winter-July 10-July-2025 2025-07-10

Overview

Bachelor of Social Science

The Social Science degree at ECU provides you with the skills, knowledge and capacity to make that kind of difference.

In this course, you’ll study social change, gender equality, community development, sustainability and cultural diversity, child development, working with groups, and policy development through a social justice and human rights lens. 

You’ll also learn how to conduct social research using a range of methods, techniques and technologies.

You can study completely online, or on campus

During your studies, you’ll have opportunities to develop your networks, meet industry professionals and apply your knowledge to become work ready through 400 hours of field placement.

Majors you can study in this course

  • Children and Family Studies
  • Human Services and Community Work

 Practicum requirement

Students are required to complete a professional placement unit during the course.

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$44,850

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $10,620
Accommodation 1 bed room $10,200
Tuition 1 person $34,650

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Academic Transcript
  • Evidence of Academic English Competency
  • Current Resume (CV) or Evidence of Work Experience (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents
  • Work Experience Documents (If applicable)

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6
-
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

70
17
listening
17
writing
17
speaking
17
reading

PTE

52
50
listening
50
writing
50
speaking
50
reading

Cambridge

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

Undergraduate English package guide:

Entry requirements (IELTS Score)Leads toDuration
IELTS 4.0 → AE 1 ECU Undergraduate entry10 weeks
IELTS 4.5 → AE 2ECU Undergraduate entry10 weeks
IELTS 5.0 → AE 3ECU Undergraduate entry10 weeks
IELTS 5.5 → AE 4ECU Undergraduate entry10 weeks

The Academic English Program (AEP) is designed for students who plan to study at an Australian university or who are interested in developing academic reading, writing, listening and communication skills. 

  • Taught in 10-week terms, with possible start dates every five weeks.
  • Focuses on a mixture of communication skills and academic study skills
  • With a minimum of 65%, you will be able to graduate to the next AEP level or to your designated course.
  • No further English testing is required (except for Nursing and other higher English course requirements).
  • Leads into Diploma, Foundation and PQP programs at ECC and various degree programs at ECU.

Academic background and requirement

Minimum requirements for secondary school results can change, depending on the country where you completed your secondary study.

If you've completed a Certificate IV, Diploma, or Advanced Diploma at a recognized Australian education provider, this may also help you meet minimum entry requirements for an undergraduate course.

 

GPA

China

National College Entrance Exam (Gao Kao) OR

Successful completion of one year of tertiary study           A minimum of 65.6% of the overall score

India:

Higher Secondary Certificate or equivalent   65%

Iran: 

High School Diploma and Pre-University Certificate (Peeshdaneshgahe)  12 out of 20

 

Foundation:

A Diploma from ECC is equivalent to the first year of an undergraduate degree at Edith Cowan University.

It aims to prepare international students for further study in an ECC Diploma or for entry into the first year of a selected Edith Cowan University bachelor’s degree.

Pathway:

Your Diploma of Communications & Creative Industries can lead into ECU's second year of the below undergraduate degree:

  • Bachelor of Social Science → Receive 6 units exemption from Diploma of Communications & Creative Industries

Career opportunities

  • Community Worker
  • Community Development Officer
  • Policy Officer
  • Family Support Officer
  • Parent Education Coordinator
  • Project Officer

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