Learn the Science of Policymaking & How it Impacts our Society
At UNSW, Social Research and Policy is a broad area of study concerned with both the methods used to study social issues and the policy interests of our community.
The UNSW School of Social Sciences is committed to being a valued partner, making an impact on contemporary and social issues, providing expertise and thought leadership, and contributing to public debate.
The Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice at UNSW empowers you with skills that are critical to your success in the fields of criminal justice, research and policymaking.
The School of Social Sciences strongly supports the University’s commitment to celebrate and respect Indigenous knowledge and recognise the distinctive social justice aspirations and rights of Indigenous Australians, as highlighted in the UNSW
At UNSW Social Sciences, Development Studies has a unique interdisciplinary approach to investigating and providing solutions for the dynamic issues facing our world today.
Your time at uni should be successful and memorable. That’s why we offer a range of exciting and rewarding opportunities for current and prospective students, to help you get the most from your university experience
UNSW School of Social Sciences aims to provide every student in undergraduate and postgraduate coursework programs with the opportunity to undertake a placement, internship or practicum.
At the School of Social Sciences, our academic staff are active researchers. Many have been successful in receiving national funding, from entities such as the Australian Research Council, as well as individual research contracts from government and other organisations.
Staff within the Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences has been awarded 16 grants following former Education Minister Simon Birmingham's controversial veto last year.
Professor Deborah Lupton, UNSW's newest hire under the SHARP program, will explore how digital health technologies, big data and self-tracking apps are changing the way we manage our health.