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Deakin University
Deakin’s programs in society and politics are as diverse as the careers they represent. Our programs are carefully designed to equip graduates with the knowledge and skills vital for gaining meaningful careers within the education sector, government departments, community services and the health industry. The academic staff members who teach our society and politics programs are active in their professional communities both in Australia and overseas. If you’re committed to the wellbeing of society and individuals, then a broad range of courses – from sociology to criminology, politics to philosophy – will prepare you for a fulfilling career within the public or private sectors.
Through an arts degree you will gain marketable, transferable skills in research, analysis, lateral thinking, writing, communication and teamwork. You will also be provided with opportunities to gain relevant professional practice through work placements and internships.
Society and politics study areas include anthropology, Australian studies, criminology, gender studies, health promotion, philosophy, politics and policy, social and political thought and sociology. Depending on the study area, these areas can be studied as part of a Bachelor of Criminology, Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Arts (International Studies).
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Industry learning
Arts has a variety of work placements available to students – internships, field education, in-country study programs and industry connections give you the opportunity to apply your skills and get a taste for the workplace, including in areas of Australian studies, politics and policy and sociology.
Overseas study
Give yourself the competitive edge after graduation; discover and live in a new country and make friends all around the world. The Deakin Education Abroad program is available to all students, including international, postgraduate and off-campus students. With over 100 partner universities around the world, you could find yourself in the hustle and bustle of cities like Hong Kong or London or perhaps a small university town in Germany or Sweden is more for you. Whether it is Mexico or Malta, depending on your area of study, there is a suitable overseas university for you.
Society and politics graduates can find employment in a range of areas including the education sector, government departments, media organisations, community organisations, correctional services, legal councils, state and federal police, family and health services, foreign affairs, health industry, research, welfare.
For further information please visit the School of History, Heritage and Society web site or the School of International and Political Studies web site.
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