Flinders University

Bachelor of Arts (Sociology)

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Sociology explores how living in a society shapes and is shaped by people’s actions and how they understand themselves, other people, and their world. Issues that might at first seem to be personal or private are linked to wider social forces such as social class, gender, race, or religion. Identifying and understanding these connections gives sociologists powerful tools to advocate for social change and social justice across an array of contexts including the media, popular culture, health and illness, families, crime and deviance, workplaces, and social policy.

Delivery mode

Flinders University offers this course through the following delivery modes:

Blended

Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.


Locations
  • Sturt Rd, Bedford Park

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Admission Pathways

You have recent secondary education

  • If you’ve finished Year 12 (and do not have more than 2 years of higher education study), or are currently studying Year 12 and complete the SACE/IB (or interstate equivalent) you are eligible to compete for uni entry via your Australian Tertiary Admission Rank (ATAR)

    • You have completed vocational education and training (VET)

  • If you have TAFE/VET qualifications (Cert 3 or higher) you are eligible to apply. Note, admission is competitive and most courses require higher than Certificate 3 level for admission.

    • You have completed some higher education

  • If you have completed the equivalent of at least one semester (full-time) but no more than the equivalent of two years (full-time) of a higher education course you may be considered for entry to most courses on the basis of your higher education results or any other qualifications that meet the University's entry requirements (eg Year 12 results or VET qualifications).
  • If you have completed more than the equivalent of two years (full-time) of a higher education course you will normally be considered for entry on the basis of your higher education results only.

    • You have work and life experience

    • If you have not had the opportunity to gain access to university by traditional means there are these options.
    • Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT)
    • Flinders Foundation Studies Program
    • Skills Assessment Program
    • Year 12 qualifications

    Adjustment factors available

    • Guaranteed selection rank 70.00
    • TAFElink
    • Certificate IV or above
    Additional requirements may apply.

    Course fees

    Estimated Fee* $0 - $39,591 $96,000 Fees are based on full-time study.
    * Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
    Standard Tuition:
    $39,591
    Standard Tuition:
    $96,000
    Full Fee Tuition:
    $39,591
    Full Fee Tuition:
    $96,000
    Enquire with Flinders University to find out more.
    Study mode Blended
    Duration 3 Years
    Estimated fee* $0 - $39,591 $96,000 Support may be available

    Career opportunities

    The Bachelor of Arts (Sociology) will prepare you for the following roles.

    Community Development Officer

    Community Development Officers are employed by government organisations and non-profits to develop and deliver community-based programs for the ben...

    Avg yearly income $104,000
    Entry barriers Low

    Policy Analyst

    A Policy Analyst provides advice and recommendations on policies affecting government departments, commercial businesses and not-for-profit organis...

    Avg yearly income $96,720
    Entry barriers Low

    Social Researcher

    A Social Researcher investigates social issues, patterns, and trends to inform policy and practice. You might work in academic institutions, govern...

    Avg yearly income $91,000
    Entry barriers Low

    Sociologist

    Sociologists are research professionals who study the way human behaviour impacts and shapes society. They apply their knowledge to real-world prob...

    Avg yearly income $93,600
    Entry barriers Low

    About Flinders University

    For over 50 years, Flinders has been a centre of inspiring achievement: from our pioneering research and excellence in teaching to the positive impact we have in the communities we serve.

    Inspiration leads to innovation. But innovation is more than just a buzzword at Flinders.

    It extends from our founding Vice-Chancellor Peter Karmel’s entreaty to ‘experiment and experiment bravely’ through to the creative, trailblazing work of our staff, students and alumni.

    As we enter an era of disruptive change and remarkable technological innovation, Flinders is well prepared for this unpredictable, exciting future.

    Our strong network of external links keeps our work dynamic, enabling us to connect across barriers to create enterprising solutions for the future, to make a difference by changing lives and, ultimately, the world.