Arts (Sociology), Bachelor

Ranked top 50 in the world for social sciences and languages, and with 30+ study areas, our Bachelor of Arts degree offers maximum choice and flexibility. The unique Professional Futures program, and our internships and industry connections ensure you will graduate career ready.

About sociologySociologists investigate the key social and global issues of our time. We focus on diverse communities, cultures and processes of change. We examine class, gender, ethnicity, power and culture to understand how societies work and how social problems can be solved.Why choose sociology?Our sociology program is among the most highly-ranked sociology programs in Australia, with your lecturers being leaders in the discipline. Upon graduation you’ll have the capacity to critically assess major social problems, social design, undertake and assess research – ranging from broad scale statistical studies to small scale qualitative research – with diverse communities.What will you study?Sociology addresses social changes and its consequences for the life opportunities of individuals, families and groups in our rapidly changing global context.You’ll explore topics such as:Social structuresCultures and processes of changeClass, gender, ethnicity and powerGlobal consumptionHealth, culture and societySustainability and society.Career opportunitiesSociology opens up employment opportunities in areas of:Public serviceResearch organisationsSocial welfareCommunity sector agenciesInternational developmentMedia, communications and advertising, and much more.Global studyWith Monash’s impressive international links, you’ll have the opportunity to venture into new and challenging contexts to enhance your learning.Short term programs:Field methods in anthropology and international development – MalaysiaExchange programs include:University of Wisconsin-Madison – USAUniversity of North Carolina, Chapel Hill – USANational University of Singapore – SingaporeFree University of Berlin – GermanyMonash Malaysia – Malaysia.Global Immersion Guarantee:As a Bachelor of Arts student, you’ll have access to the Monash Global Immersion Guarantee – an opportunity to spend two weeks studying in one of a variety of locations, with airfares and accommodation covered as part of your degree.