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An Introduction to the School of Social Science

Anthropology, Archaeology, Criminology, Sociology & Social

Science

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Why be a Social Scientist?Because Social Science:• Is focused upon the fundamental

workings of human societies• Is a area of ever-changing and growing

knowledge• Develops analytical skills highly desired

by employers• Is intellectually challenging and

personally rewarding• Is an expanding area for graduate

employment• Leads to professional careers in dynamic

fields of practice

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Skilling up…

• Thinking critically and analytically

• Evaluating and synthesizing arguments

• Communicating knowledgeably and effectively

• Applying research methods in national and international field settings

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Knowledge

• Theory and practice of the disciplines and applied fields of social science

• Appreciating cultural diversity

• Identifying causes and consequences of social disadvantage and advantage

• Recognising gender, ethnic, racial and class inequalities past and present

• Conceptualising the future through appreciation of the past

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At UQ, you can study to become a Social Scientist through the Bachelor of Arts Program by majoring in: Anthropology

Archaeology Criminology Sociology

Fields of Study

You can also undertake a Bachelor of Social Science in:

Development Health and Society Social and Public Policy Criminal Justice

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Anthropologists

Investigate the diversity of human cultures, variations in social values / norms and the impacts of cross-cultural relations

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With UQ Anthropology you will; Learn to identify the

ways symbols and language are transmitted

Understand how material culture forms a part of human culture

Undertake field studies in many parts of the world

Learn how to work in cross-cultural settings at home and abroad

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ArchaeologistsInvestigate the human past:• Human biological and cultural

evolution• Origins of agriculture• Origins of civilisation• Origins of modernity• Australasian and world

archaeology

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With UQ Archaeology you will; Learn to find and

excavate sites Apply cutting-edge

forensic and scientific methods to artefacts and biological remains

Learn how to manage and conserve cultural heritage

Become part of a professional archaeological community

Work on excavations at home and overseas

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Criminologists• Study the causes and

consequences of crime

• Understand deviant behaviour and its manifestations

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With UQ Criminology you will; Evaluate crime

control initiatives

Know the workings of the criminal justice system

Contribute to policy formation that leads to a more fair and just society

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SociologistsDocument, analyse and interpret contemporary social change, behaviour, culture & identity.

• Families and Households• Health and illness• Lifecourse Studies• Urban and Rural Change• Globalisation and Environment• Migration and Diversity

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With UQ Sociology you will;

Learn how to undertake qualitative and quantitative research

Understand the history of ideas concerning society and social change

Take part in research into your society in the contemporary world

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School Resources

Computing facilities

Anthropology Museum

Archaeology Laboratories• TARDIS

• Field lab

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Introductory Courses

Semester 1, 2012

ANTH1008 Introduction to Anthropology

ARCA1000 Discovering Archaeology

CRIM1000 Introduction to Criminology

SOCY1050 Introduction to Sociology

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Introductory Courses

Semester 2, 2013

ANTH1008 Introduction to Anthropology

Anth1030Anthropology of world issues

ARCA1000 Discovering Archaeology

ARCAS2001 Doing Archaeology

CRIM1000 Introduction to Criminology

CRIM1019 Introduction to Criminal Justice

SOCY1050 Introduction to Sociology

SOCY1060 Gender, sexuality & society

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Want to know more?

www.socialscience.uq.edu.au

socialscience@uq.edu.au

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DevelopmentA social science perspective on international & community development issues such as poverty, livelihoods, local economies, and environment.

Health and SocietyUnderstanding the social and ethical factors influencing health and illness, and how health systems work.

Social and Public PolicyConnecting the social sciences to the world of practical politics. Understanding how to develop, implement and evaluate policy.

Criminal JusticeUnderstanding how we can better respond to emerging crime problems in our communities, focusing on systems of justice

Bachelor of Social Science

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