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Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences

Develop your creative and critical thinking skills to create meaningful change in ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøworld.

Studying Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences in Perth

Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences courses explore how culture and social structures shape our behaviours and beliefs. You’ll study ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøparts of society that make us human, reveal our histories, and shape our future.Ìý

With a blend of theory and research, you’ll cover various subjects, including history, archaeology, languages, political ideas, religions, social sciences, literature, and culture. Ìý

You’ll also gain valuable transferable skills relevant to various employers and industries, bringing a human-centred perspective to your work. Ìý

Did you know that graduates in this field are often hired by global companies like Google, Microsoft and Samsung?

Student stories

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Theoretical Content

As a student in this field, you’ll learn to record, look at, analyse, explain, and share different parts of human culture. Ìý

Your studies could focus on things like:ÌýÌý

  • Belief and value systemsÌý

  • Cultural expression ( ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøway we express ideas)Ìý

  • Human development and behaviourÌý

  • Human populations and their environmentsÌý

  • Social organisation and structureÌý

  • Social research methodologyÌý

  • Human interactionÌý

  • PoliticsÌý

Fields of work

In this study area, you can specialise in topics such as:Ìý

  • Political Science and Policy Studies

  • Studies in Human Society

  • Human Welfare Studies and Services

  • Behavioural Science

  • Law

  • Justice and Law Enforcement

  • Librarianship, Information Management and Curatorial Studies

  • Language and Literature

  • Philosophy and Religious Studies

  • Economics and Econometrics

  • Sport and Recreation

  • Other Society and Culture

A Humanities, Arts, and Social sciences qualification opens up a wide range of career opportunities across various industries. Graduates can engage with global issues and reimagine solutions for people worldwide.ÌýÌý

With a qualification from a leading international education provider, you’ll be equipped with ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøskills and knowledge required to thrive in this rapidly growing and evolving sector.Ìý

Graduates can pursue careers as:Ìý

  • Behavioural Scientist

  • Political Scientist

  • Linguist

  • Researcher

  • TranslatorÌý

  • TeacherÌý

  • Diplomat

  • JournalistÌý

  • Community workerÌý

  • Policy advisor

  • Human service officerÌý

  • Overseas aid worker

  • Historian,

  • Foreign correspondent

FAQ's

A range of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences courses are available across various institutions in Perth. The undergraduate degrees available at Perth universities include:Ìý

  • Bachelor of Human RightsÌý
  • Bachelor of Modern LanguagesÌý
  • Bachelor of ArtsÌý
  • Bachelor of PhilosophyÌý
  • Bachelor of Philosophy, Politics and EconomicsÌý
  • Bachelor of Social and Environmental SustainabilityÌý
  • Bachelor of Social ScienceÌý

At Perth VET colleges, you can study:Ìý

  • Certificate III in Community ServicesÌý

  • Certificate IV in Community ServicesÌý

  • Diploma of Community ServicesÌý

Each University and course has different entry requirements. You can use our Course Search to find your course and check ·¬ÇÑÉçÇørequirements on ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøinstitution’s website. Most courses will require demonstrated English language competence – an IELTS score of at least 6.5.Ìý

Some of ·¬ÇÑÉçÇøkey skills developed during a Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences course include:Ìý

  • Research methodsÌý

  • Critical thinkingÌý

  • Problem-solvingÌý

  • Emotional intelligenceÌý

  • Analysing data in meaningful waysÌý

  • Collaboration and project managementÌý

  • Communicating complex ideas to people in ways that are easier to understandÌý

On average, you can expect classes and tutorials at Perth universities to have 23-30 students per teacher. However, each Perth university will have its own policy regarding student-to-teaching staff ratio.Ìý

You can combine your Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences studies with another field by completing a double degree. Most Perth universities offer this option. For example, you could study for a double degree in Arts and Commerce or Arts and Law. With a double degree, you get two separate qualifications and a more diverse set of skills and knowledge, enhancing your career opportunities upon graduation.

Many Western Australian institutions offer a range of scholarships to international students who qualify for assistance. Each institution has its own eligibility criteria and application processes. Ìý

Where to study Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences in Perth