Bachelor of Social Science (Sociology)

About the course

The Bachelor of Social Science (Sociology) explores how societies work and how social change affects communities, institutions and everyday life. You’ll build critical thinking and research skills to analyse inequality, culture and social issues, and learn to develop strategies that respond to complex real-world challenges. The degree supports interdisciplinary study while keeping sociology as your main focus at UOW. The programme explores human behaviour, research methods, and applied psychology for community and organisational settings.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles that draw on social analysis, research and community engagement across government, NGOs and industry. Potential pathways include advocacy, community and social services, policy analysis and evaluation, social policy development, market research, and business development or administration roles. This bachelor-level sociology qualification supports work in diverse social environments in Australia and internationally. Preparing graduates for human resources support, community services, and psychology-related graduate pathways.

Entry requirements

ATAR-SR 70 (or equivalent).

Living Costs in Wollongong**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 16 - 21	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,452 - 1,921	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,188 - 1,572
Transportation (Daily) A$ 6 - 7	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 242 - 320

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)