sbs undergraduate prospectus 2014

Undergraduate programs

SOCIAL AND BEHAVIOURAL SCIENCES 2014

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WHY CHOOSE UQ?QUALItY pROgRAmSUQ has the most comprehensive range of high-quality programs in Queensland, with just under 400 programs and more than 4000 courses offered at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. You can also undertake an undergraduate (concurrent) diploma in languages, global issues or music performance at the same time as you are completing your bachelor degree.

HIgHLY AWARDED tEACHERSUQ has won more national teaching awards than any other university in the country. The University has more than 2800 highly-qualified academic staff dedicated to teaching and research, many of whom are recognised internationally as leaders in their fields.

SUCCESSfUL gRADUAtESUQ has a tradition of leadership in all spheres of society, both here and overseas: we include a Nobel Laureate, an Oscar winner, two Governors-General, several governors, scores of politicians and Olympic athletes, and countless businesspeople, researchers and inventors among our graduates.

LEADINg RESEARCHERSOur researchers are answering some of the toughest questions facing humanity. With eight internationally recognised Institutes on-site, UQ is one of the country’s top three research universities across many measures, including annual PhD graduations, commercialisation of discoveries, industry collaboration, Excellence in Research for Australia survey results, and funds received from both government and the private sector.

INtERNAtIONAL REpUtAtIONUQ is in the top 100 of all universities worldwide, as measured through a combination of three key global university rankings – Times Higher Education, Shanghai Jiao Tong, and QS World University. UQ is also one of only three Australian members of Universitas 21, a select international network of comprehensive, research-intensive universities.

gREAt CAREERSUQ qualifications are highly regarded by Australian and international employers, and the employment rate and starting salary for UQ graduates is considerably higher than the national average. UQ develops future leaders who can take their place in an increasingly globalised workforce: graduates who are job-ready with the fundamental skills needed to thrive in the 21st century.

WORLD-CLASS fACILItIESUQ is constantly upgrading its teaching facilities to meet the needs of both students and industry. We have an active building program, one of the world’s fastest information networks, one of the country’s best research libraries, and modern teaching spaces that enable the use of the latest technology.

VIBRANt CAmpUSESLife beyond the classroom is a big part of university life, and UQ is a great place to meet new people and access a wide range of sporting, social and cultural activities. You will enjoy the sense of community that pervades UQ’s cosmopolitan campuses at St Lucia, Ipswich, Gatton and Herston. The campuses are renowned as being among the most beautiful and well-equipped in Australia.

Welcome to UQ 2

Why choose Social and Behavioural Sciences? 3

State-of-the-art facilities 4

Anthropology Museum 6

ACADEmIC pROgRAmSAnthropology 7

Archaeology 8

Communication 10

Criminology and Criminal Justice 12

Development 13

Health and Society 14

Human Services 15

International Relations 16

Internships put students on world stage 17

Vietnam turns cautious students into competent journalists 18

Journalism 19

Peace and Conflict Studies 20

Political Science 21

Psychology 22

Putting the ‘social’ into social science 24

Public Policy 25

Public Relations 26

The exciting world of PR 27

Interested in a research career? 28

Social Policy 29

Social Science 30

Social Work 32

Sociology 34

Make new discoveries with UQ Abroad 35

What do we mean? 36

Concurrent diplomas 37

Admission information 38

Money matters 39

International students 40

Further study at UQ 41

Scholarships 42

International opportunities 43

Quick Reference Guide 44

UQ campuses 45

CONtENtS

YOUR UQ. YOUR ADVANTAGE.

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WELCOmE tO UQ

Studying with the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences is your gateway to a world of opportunities.

Our focus is on people – how they live, work, and interact in their family, community and different societies. So whether you’re interested in solving human rights injustices, inspiring new generations, unlocking the secrets of the past or developing new communities, we have a program for you.

We offer you practical, industry-focused programs; state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities; and access to award winning teachers and researchers – many of whom are world leaders in their fields.

We believe in a global society and the importance of exploring the world while you study, so we encourage you to live and study overseas for one or two semesters of your degree.

We are a vibrant and multicultural community with a global perspective. This makes for a diverse cultural life on campus and provides opportunities for international networking.

We offer bachelor degrees in Education, Communication, Human Services, Journalism, Psychological Science, Social Science, and Social Work. You can also study many of our disciplines through a Bachelor of Arts.

It is people that make a difference in this world. You can be one of them when you study social and behavioural sciences at UQ.

Enjoy exploring this prospectus and we look forward to welcoming you to The University of Queensland.

The UQ SBS advantage:

BE IN DEmANDOur graduates are in strong demand by Australian and international employers. The knowledge and skills gained through top quality programs give our graduates a competitive advantage in the job market.

gO gLOBALWe encourage our students to spend one or two semesters overseas to broaden their perspective and gain additional skills while enhancing their value to employers. We offer a number of scholarships and bursaries to allow students to take advantage of this opportunity.

LEADERS CREAtINg LEADERSOur teaching staff have been nominated for, and won, numerous Faculty, University and Australian teaching awards. This means that you will learn from some of Australia’s best and most highly regarded teachers.

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AND BEHAVIOURAL

SCIENCES?

REWARDS fOR OUtStANDINg StUDENtSWe reward our top students by inviting them to be part of our prestigious Dean’s Scholar Program. The program provides outstanding students with a number of benefits and specialised opportunities not available to all students.

LIfELONg LEARNINgWe offer a variety of postgraduate study and research areas to enable you to develop your studies further and enhance your career opportunities in your chosen field. Our courses are academically rigorous to ensure you have the right knowledge to apply in diverse situations and build a foundation for lifelong learning.

pRACtICAL ExpERIENCESOur students are given unique opportunities for on-the-job internships where they gain valuable hands-on experience which can lead to employment after graduation. Students who undertake internships during their degrees develop practical skills, build self-confidence, and gain competencies in the workplace.

SmOOtHER tRANSItIONWe understand that making the transition to university study can sometimes be difficult and we have implemented a number of initiatives to help our new students settle in. These include lunchtime workshops on how to make the most of your time at university and student mentors in a number of our Schools.


Journalism and Communication Student Ideas CentreMock news feeds and on-camera television news reading and reporting are some of the activities available to you at UQ’s School of Journalism and Communication thanks to new state-of-the-art facilities.

The studios and learning spaces span two floors of the Joyce Ackroyd Building and allow you the chance to more comprehensively hone your craft in the digital age.

The retro-styled teaching space invites students in with comfortable chairs, coffee tables and easy access to a range of technology.

Triggering visions of a modern newsroom, you can stop and watch the variety of pay

To help you get the most from your university experience, UQ has injected more than $5 million into dynamic, state-of-the-art teaching and learning facilities in the social and behavioural sciences.

TV channels being aired on large flatscreens, surf the internet for online news, listen to radio broadcasts and even step inside the Sound Dome to soak up the latest news.

For those keen to engage in group work or discussions, a collaborative learning space is located in the next room with computers and whiteboards for their use.

JACradio – our in-house online radio stationJACradio is an around-the-clock online radio station committed to delivering “the ultimate digital radio experience” to UQ students.

Operating from the School of Journalism and Communication, JACradio allows journalism and communication students to sharpen their skills in news writing, interviewing and presentation before entering the workforce.

You will be trained in the art of broadcasting by industry consultants and academic staff from the School.

The studio complex includes cutting-edge production facilities and the latest audio digital editing software.

To listen to JACradio, log on to www.jacradio.com.au

Student Learning CentreWe understand the needs of our students have evolved and changed over time. To cater for this our new Student Learning Centre, the Kakadu Room, delivers modern facilities incorporating the latest technology while promoting collaboration and learning among students.

Inspired by Kakadu National Park and the Australian Outback, the Kakadu Room reflects a calming and inspiring atmosphere. The space includes fixed and moveable furniture, which allows students to adapt the space to their needs. There are two booths with large screens, laptop connections, hard-wired and

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Conducting an interview in the Student Ideas Centre

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wireless internet access, and audio/recording equipment for group work. There are also four fixed computers, and printing facilities. The flexibility of the room and its equipment enables students to use the space in different ways for different learning purposes.

The HiveThe Hive is a collaborative learning space for Arts, Social Science and Humanities students in the Social Sciences and Humanities Library. The contemporary, purpose-built space enables students to work independently or in groups. The installation of Sound Domes allows students to view study material on the flatscreen monitor without disrupting surrounding study groups. This area is also accessible during the evenings and on weekends and is the access point to UQ’s award winning Library.

Counselling training facilityThe capacity to make video recordings of practice counselling sessions, and conduct small group counselling sessions are some of the activities made available to our students through our contemporary counselling training facility. The facility includes six recording rooms, a break-out space and two lecture theatres with video conferencing capabilities. The facility makes it possible for you to put into practice your social work skills, and receive instant feedback from your lecturers and peers.

Archaeology laboratoriesUQ has the largest archaeology program in Queensland, and one of only two programs of its kind in Australia strongly incorporating scientific approaches to archaeology.

To ensure you gain the most from your studies, UQ has recently refurbished the archaeology laboratories which have been designed as an integrated teaching and

research facility. This facility combines general purpose spaces and specialised labs to meet the infrastructure needs of our staff, students, and the broader archaeology community.

There are nine individual labs outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment, covering various sub-disciplines across archaeology. These are:– Artefact Laboratory– Quarantine Laboratory– Sample Processing Laboratory– Chemistry Laboratory– Pacific Laboratory– Fauna Laboratory– Secure Laboratory– Microscopy Laboratory– Teaching Laboratory.

Also included is a new $340,000 purpose-built outdoor teaching facility where archaeology students are learning first-hand the techniques of archaeological excavation, as well as practical and experimental archaeological research.

The Archaeology Teaching and Research Centre (ATARC) is the largest facility of its kind in Australia and one of the best dedicated archaeological practical learning spaces in the world.

The ATARC incorporates a number of teaching and research areas including: a simulated archaeological site; a replica crime scene; two areas for excavation by the public during open days; fire-fueled kilns, smelter, forge and stone knapping areas; a projectile firing range; and other experimental areas.

The Kakadu Room located on Level 3, Social Sciences Building 24

McElwain Courtyard Rainforest SpaceA collaborative learning environment has been created as an informal space for student learning. The indoor-outdoor space reflects the serene nature of a rainforest and allows for individuals or groups to gather for small group work, presentations and quiet individual study. Features of the space include wireless internet access, tiered decks with seating for up to 80 students and covered shade sails allowing year round use. With kitchen facilities and a BBQ, the space is able to be booked for student clubs and other faculty events.

Tutor Rohan Fenwick provides advice to Robert John Hunter on how to remove compacted sediment from the mock forensic crime scene

Anthropology MuseumThe University of Queensland’s Anthropology Museum, located in the School of Social Science is a world class research facility and boasts an exciting new gallery space, thanks to recent refurbishments of the iconic Michie Building.

With state-of-the-art storage facilities, the museum houses a collection of more than 26,000 items of national, cultural and historical significance.

It is the largest university collection in Australia of ethnographic material culture concentrating on Australian Aboriginal and Pasifika people’s works as well as smaller collections from Africa and Asia.

Lithic material, including grindstones and axes, and a photographic collection of over 5000 items form a large part of the museum’s collection.

The yet to be explored photographic collection includes material by photographers and field researchers such as W E Roth and Sir Raphael Cilento.

Among other things, the collection is a valuable resource for visual culture studies, histories of anthropology, native title research and cultural history.

The museum supports unique teaching and learning activities by offering students the opportunity to work with its collections during practical tutorials or as part of research internship programs.

The museum’s new online catalogue, launched in September 2012, provides access to the entire collection including 2D and 3D digital imagery and is a valuable teaching and research tool for academic and applied researchers, local and international students and source communities.

Regular exhibitions aim to provide an understanding of, and stimulating debate about, inter-cultural issues across a wide range of audiences and disciplines.

The museum collection is an important source of cultural heritage for many individuals and communities and the museum provides information, loans and reproduction of photographic material for exhibitions locally, nationally and internationally.

For more information visit www.anthropologymuseum.uq.edu.au

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Carl Warner, Digital photograph, 2011. Unknown maker(s). Carved female figure, mid 20th century. 28 x 9 x 10 cm, hardwood, turbo snail operculum, Manus Island, Papua New Guinea, Donated by Captain R.C. Clammer, 1949.

Left: Irene Entata, Ceramic pot, 2010. 160 x 100 x 100, terracotta clay, underglaze. Hermannsburg, Northern Territory, Australia. Acquired from Hermannsburg Potters, 2010.

Below: Unknown maker(s). Model canoe, before 1976. 62 x 35 x 20cm, wood, rattan. Panatgin Village, Namatanai, New Ireland. Donated by Dr Elizabeth Brouwer, 1976.


AREAS OF STUDYANtHROpOLOgY

What is Anthropology?Anthropology is the study of diverse human life and experience in different parts of the world. Anthropologists study cultures in all their richness, in settings that are both distant from and familiar to the researcher. Anthropology addresses the way cultural traditions continue and change over time and how we can understand and explain human beliefs and behaviour.

What will I study?A wide variety of courses are offered. Training relates to employment in industry and government departments, museums, organisations interested in undertaking various land, environment and cultural heritage related research, as well as social impact assessments, gender impact studies and evaluation projects.

BACHELOR OF

Arts

Duration 3 years full-time

Location St Lucia

2013 entry score OP 11/Rank 77, IB 27

QTAC code 707001

Introductory courses are:– Introduction to Anthropology: People,

Cultures and Society– Anthropology of Current World Issues:

An Introduction.

Advanced courses include:– Anthropology of Aboriginal Australia– Political Ecology: Knowledge, Resources

and Rights– Ritual, Religion and Performance– Medical Anthropology– Development Practice and Social Impact.

What job can I get?Anthropology teaches people how to understand cultural difference, so graduates can be employed in government, industry or community organisations working with people of many diverse backgrounds and lifestyles.

In Australia, this could mean work on migrant or ethnic issues, on how and why people may be prepared to adopt new technologies, or on resolution of Aboriginal native title claims and negotiation of resource developments like mining, tourism and fishing.

International work might involve economic and social development in Pacific Island countries, attitudes to environmental conservation across the globe, or corporate attempts to engage with the wide range of societies in Asia.

Career areas include:

Aboriginal Land Councils and consultancy firms Native Title Researcher, Project Officer, Cultural Heritage Manager

Government departments (e.g., Health, Natural Resources, Parks and Wildlife, Environmental Protection Agency, Indigenous Affairs, Environment and Heritage)

Policy Advisor and Researcher, Positions associated with land, environment and cultural heritage, Liaison Officers, Mediators and Facilitators

International development (e.g., AusAID, NGOs) Aid Project Officer, Researcher, Country Officer

Museums Museum Director, Curator, Collection Manager, Community Liaison Officer

Education Teaching Anthropology in universities and Social Science in schools (in conjunction with education qualifications)

Tourism Cultural Interpretation, Tourist Operator or Manager, Site Officer

Health Medical Anthropologist (cross-cultural health issues)

Business/private sector Consumer Researcher, Human Relations Manager, Researchers in corporate culture

How can I study Anthropology?

Gemma Irving graduated with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Anthropology. She is now working as a Cultural Heritage and Native Title Liaison Officer for the Department of Transport and Main Roads in Northwest Queensland.

Gemma focused on Aboriginal Studies in her program and says the highlights of her time at UQ included participating in fieldwork at Gummingurru in Toowoomba, carrying out an ethnographic study of vending machine use at UQ, spending a semester abroad at a university in the USA, and completing an Aurora internship at the Goldfields Land and Sea Council in Kalgoorlie, Western Australia.

Gemma Irving Bachelor of Arts (Honours)

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ARCHAEOLOgY

Through hands-on experience, you will learn the skills needed to uncover the secrets of our past. The Archaeology program offers a range of exciting and useful courses for those wanting a career in archaeology as well as those people in industry and government departments interested in undertaking land, environment and cultural heritage research.

BACHELOR OF

Arts


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 707001

How can I study Archaeology? What is Archaeology?Archaeology is the scientific study of our human past. Archaeologists search out and excavate ancient sites and examine their artefacts and environmental contexts to gain clues about how various peoples and cultures developed and changed through the ages. Archaeologists at UQ undertake research of international importance and their varied interests take them into the field in Australasia, the Pacific (Hawaii, Easter Island), the Mediterranean and Near East (Pompeii, Turkey), the Maya region of Central America, India, and France.

In Australia they study the archaeology of 50,000 years of Aboriginal settlement as well as the post-European colonisation period. Through hands-on experience in courses, students learn the many skills needed to uncover secrets of our past through directed exercises in the field, the Archaeological Science Laboratory and the Anthropology Museum. Archaeology at UQ offers a range of exciting and useful courses for those wanting a career in archaeology as well as those people in industry and government departments interested in undertaking various land, environment and cultural heritage related research and evaluation projects.

Archaeology student, Jacob Davis, cannot speak highly enough of how professional experience in the field has reinvigorated his commitment to coursework.

Mr Davis was among a group of UQ students who travelled to Karonga, Malawi, to engage in volunteer archaeological work

for MEMSAP (Malawi Early Middle Stone Age Project). The fieldwork allowed him to apply the knowledge he had gained in lectures and to develop useful practical skills.

“I supervised a crew of 10 local Malawians to excavate 21 test pits across the Karonga landscape, and then worked with other researchers to interpret our test pit findings,” he said.

“The complexities of the landscape and the archaeological record were intensely interesting, and our results gave us a great understanding into the diversification of the archaeology in this area.”

Mr Davis said that while he originally participated in the project to gain professional experience, he had come away with a renewed passion for his studies.

“My experience in Malawi has, without a doubt, renewed and intensified my passion for learning, especially now that I can see how important it is to implement archaeological practices correctly,” Mr Davis said.

Putting knowledge into practice

Jacob Davis had the opportunity to apply his skills in Malawi


AREAS OF STUDY


Public Service: Federal, State and local Government (e.g., Forestry, Environmental Protection, Mining and Energy, National Parks, Water Resources, Heritage, Planning and Development)

Heritage Director, Archaeologist, Heritage Project Supervisor, Heritage Officer, Site Recorder, Site Database Manager, Field Officer, Community Liaison Officer

Archaeological consulting firms Chief Executive Officer, Project Manager, Field Manager, Field Assistant, Researcher

Large corporations (BHP, Rio Tinto, etc.) Archaeologist – various levels, Project Manager to Field Assistant

Engineering/environmental consultants

Archaeological Consultant, Cultural Impact Assessor, Heritage Assessor, Field Assistant

Aboriginal land councils Field Officer, Evaluation Officer, Applied Research Officer

Museums Curator, Assistant Curator, Artefact Collections Manager, Researcher, Conservator, Display Designer, Education Officer

Universities Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Reader, Professor, Research Fellow, Research Assistant, Laboratory Technician, Field Archaeologist

What will I study?You will study major themes including our early human ancestors, the development of farming, the rise of cities and ancient civilisations, the human settlement of Australia and the Pacific Islands, archaeological science and forensics, ancient technology and the conservation of our cultural heritage.

Introductory courses include:– Discovering Archaeology– Doing Archaeology.

Advanced courses include:– Forensics: the archaeology of death and

crime scenes– World Prehistory– Archaeology of the Pacific Islands– Field Archaeology– Historical Archaeology– Cultural Heritage Management– Environmental Archaeology– Ancient Technologies.

In addition to developing strong research, analytical and communication skills, you will learn practical field and laboratory skills vital to a career in archaeology. Such skills include how to find and excavate archaeological sites, how to analyse pottery, stone and other material culture, how to identify and analyse human and animal bones, how

to use microscopes and computers in laboratory work and how to conduct cultural heritage field research. You will learn to solve problems as an independent researcher as well as a member of a focused research team and how to present research findings in a professional format suitable for publication.

What job can I get?Archaeology is a lucrative profession in Australia with most UQ graduates working in the cultural heritage sector

employed by large corporations and private archaeological consultancy firms to undertake archaeological investigations of development sites.

This sector has expanded greatly in recent years as part of Australia’s mining boom and graduates are in high demand. Many graduates also go on to work in the public sector, in museums, and also in teaching and research positions in universities.

UQ’s archaeology students are learning first-hand the techniques of archaeological excavation, as well as practical and experimental archaeological research, thanks to a new $340,000 purpose-built outdoor teaching facility.

The Archaeology Teaching and Research Centre (ATARC) is the largest facility of its kind in Australia and one of the best dedicated archaeological practical learning spaces in the world.

The ATARC incorporates a number of teaching and research areas including: a simulated archaeological site; a replica crime scene; two areas for excavation by the public during open days; fire-fueled kilns, smelter, forge and stone knapping areas; a projectile firing range; and other experimental areas.

With a unique focus on Australia, the larger ‘dig’ area comprises a bricked in excavation box filled with different layers and artefacts broadly representing the key periods of human settlement in the continent.

ATARC also features a unique set of areas and equipment for experimental archaeology, allowing students to experience the construction and use of complex early technologies first hand. These include the use of early projectiles, the chipping of stone tools, as well as the ancient arts of metallurgy and ceramics.

New ‘dig’ best in Australia

During her studies Adelia Tan will learn to develop a keen eye for distinguishing gravel and sand from true artefacts


COmmUNICAtION

What is Communication?Communication lies at the heart of our contemporary information economies. Consequently, studying communication prepares you for a whole host of exciting careers in mass media, the world of corporate communication, government communication or community media. Learning to become a communication professional prepares you to become an expert communicator, a leader of public opinion, and positions you as someone able to work at the forefront of our rapidly changing communication-driven society.

What will I study?The courses you will study cover a wide range of communication forms, including mass media, the Internet, and written and visual texts. You will study a core set of compulsory courses that teach you about the central features of the communication process. The flexibility of the program allows students to specialise in areas of interest thereby tailoring their own career path. Students may also study courses from a wide range of non-communication programs taught at the University. Students acquire knowledge and an array of skills highly sought after by employers.

Communication is an expanding area of employment and the Bachelor of Communication teaches you how to fit into a wide range of careers in government, business or the community sector.

BACHELOR OF

Communication


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 741001

How can I study Communication?

BACHELOR OF

Communication/BACHELOR OF

Arts


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 741201

BACHELOR OF


Journalism


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 741301


AREAS OF STUDY

School of Journalism and Communication Ideas Centre

Below are the majors you may specialise in:

Communication, Media and CultureCombines the study of basic language and communication with the study of contemporary culture and everyday life. You will consider a range of everyday situations and interactions, and analyse popular cultural texts including television, radio, Internet and print sources as well as the cultural identities, spaces and practices associated with these.

Mass CommunicationCourses cover the impact of mass communication on society; analysis of populations and audiences; understanding of media cultures; political communication; communication of stereotypes, racism, prejudice; and global communication.

Organisational CommunicationProduces graduates with theory and skills to manage communication in organisations. Apart from learning the principles and practice of persuasive business communication, you will learn about cross-cultural management, managing workplace conflict, and interpersonal and team communication with a focus on sustainability, change and creativity.

Public RelationsLearn the theories of public relations and communication, understand the importance of the management of stakeholder relationships and reputation, acquire skills in public opinion analysis, learn to identify and manage organisational issues, and develop a crisis management plan. Gain the skills required to research, plan, and implement a strategic public relations campaign. These skills range from objectives, stakeholder identification, strategic communications and evaluation. You will gain an understanding of how globalisation and new media impacts public relations practices, and learn about the legal and ethical frameworks for the profession.

Some of the courses you may also study include:– Introduction to Communication and

Cultural Studies– Mass Communication and Society– Introduction to Film and Television Studies– Introduction to Visual Communication– Mass Media, Spin and Public Opinion – Media Issues Management– Public Relations Writing– Art of Communication– Geeks to Google– Celebrity Culture.

What job can I get?Communication is an expanding area of employment and the Bachelor of Communication teaches you how to fit into a wide variety of careers in government, business and the community sector.

Employment exists in digital media, government and business communication and in community service organisations where you will have skills in writing, design, production and strategising in a wide range of media formats. These formats include the web, advertising, public relations, organisational communication, social marketing, publishing, event management, mediation, consultancy and training in intercultural, interpersonal and crisis communication.


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CRImINOLOgY AND CRImINAL JUStICE

What is Criminology and Criminal Justice?Criminology is the scientific study of crime. Criminologists seek to understand the causes, consequences and prevention of crime. Studies in criminology include how the law, the criminal justice system, governments and other social institutions in society, function to address crime.

At UQ, we focus on the social dimensions of crime and our responses to crime (such as policing and the law), and study the way crime and the criminal justice system are shaped by social values, institutions and processes.

In undertaking criminology or criminal justice at UQ, you will develop an understanding of the social patterns and causes of criminality and the operations of the criminal justice system in dealing with this activity.

BACHELOR OF

Arts


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 707001

BACHELOR OF

Social Science


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 747001

How can I study Criminology and Criminal Justice?


Police/law enforcement agencies, Customs, Immigration

Policing (State and Australian Federal Police), Customs Officer, Immigration Officer

Australian Crime Commission, Crime and Misconduct Commission Positions in intelligence

Corrections Institutional or Community Corrections Officer, positions in Youth Offender Programs

Courts Court Support Officer, Pre-trial Services Officer

Insurance companies Fraud Investigator, Loss Prevention Officer

Public services departments Child Safety Officer, Crime Prevention Officer

Education Teaching Criminology/Legal Studies (in conjunction with education qualifications)

Victims services, youth services Youth Worker

Government departments Policy Advisor, Policy Researcher, Crime Prevention Specialist

What will I study?A wide variety of courses are offered. Examples of courses in Criminology are:– Introduction to Criminology– Youth and Deviance– Punishment and Society– Advances in Criminological Theory.

Courses with a Criminal Justice focus include:– Introduction to Criminal Justice– Police and Society– Crime, Victims and Justice– Crime and Public Policy.

What job can I get?Criminology and Criminal Justice graduates can pursue professional careers in policing, private security and corrective services, as well as social policy and research careers in criminal justice.


AREAS OF STUDYDEVELOpmENt

What is Development?Development studies at UQ are concerned with providing an understanding of the social, cultural, economic, political and ethical dimensions of development theory and practice. The Development major will provide you with a social science perspective on international inequality and community level development problems. It focuses on strategies to address poverty and inequality, and the impacts of economic progress on society, community groups, Indigenous peoples and the environment.

You will engage in critical evaluation of strategies to address international inequality, enhance community development and respond to the varied effects of development on the social and physical environment. Issues covered include concepts of development, poverty and inequality, Indigenous rights, gender and development, environmental sustainability, security and development, and the social and political implications of globalisation, and consider how and why these issues may be related. The major will offer the knowledge and skills to analyse social and economic issues, and develop, implement and evaluate policy solutions.

BACHELOR OF

Social Science(Development)


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 747001

How can I study Development?

BACHELOR OF

International Studies(International Inequality and Development)


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 707111

What will I study?The Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences has adopted a multidisciplinary approach to Development studies with a number of schools teaching into the program.

Some of the courses you may study include:– Introduction to International Inequality and

Development– Globalisation and Development in

Post-Colonial Societies– Community Development: Local and

International Practices– Development Practice and Social Impact– Politics of Development– Globalisation and International Political

Economy– Conflict Prevention and Resolution– World Women– Sociology of the Environment– Political Ecology: Knowledge, Resources

and Rights.

In third year, Bachelor of Social Science students will undertake an applied research project linking them with organisations such as government departments, international aid agencies and community-based centres located in the areas of international and community development. Students enrolled in the Bachelor of International Studies must undertake a compulsory study abroad semester at one of UQ’s partner institutions, to further enhance their international and intercultural awareness.

What job can I get?This area of study caters for those who are preparing for careers in government and non-government organisations (NGOs) focused on the social and economic needs of those in disadvantaged communities in developing and developed countries. It is designed to equip you with knowledge and skills for employment in international and community development, democratic institution building, rebuilding communities in post-conflict situations, environmental policy making, and social impact assessment.

“I graduated in 2009, with Honors in Social Science, and a Bachelor of Arts. My majors were Development, Peace and Conflict Studies and Spanish. Since graduating, I have worked as a Research Assistant at UQ, and a Policy Officer with the Queensland Government, looking at topics from financial incentives for solar energy, to globalisation in farming.

In 2011, I headed to Bangladesh to work with a large international NGO. Within their program quality team, I supported a number of womens’ empowerment projects, including a project measuring the economic and social costs of domestic violence in Bangladesh.

I did desktop research for project development, wrote funding proposals, supported project baseline studies and monitoring, and ran project evaluations. It was great to work alongside such a talented team, and be part of some important work - the research being conducted into the cost of violence has been instrumental in getting domestic violence prevention legislation passed through parliament, and is now being used in developing rules of procedure for implementation and enforcement. This is a great example of the power of social research.

Back in Brisbane, I am about to begin my next adventure – a PhD, looking at the impacts of climate change on women farmers in Bangladesh. I’m looking forward to the opportunity to further build on my skills in research and writing – and of course, re-visit Bangladesh!”

Amy MacMahon Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Social Science (Honours), 2009 Majors in Peace and Conflict Studies, Spanish and Development

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AREAS OF STUDYHEALtH AND SOCIEtYGain awareness of the critical social determinants of health in local and global contexts, and the value of social research in addressing health problems.

What is Health and Society?Health and Society comprises a multidisciplinary mix of courses focused on social inequalities in health and illness, the workings of health systems and services, and health promotion. The work of social scientists focuses attention on the political and economic factors, and the cultural and social conditions that have led to widening inequalities in access to health within and between nations, and the factors that can make a difference to the health and welfare of poor and vulnerable groups. Issues range from sanitation and health promotion,

BACHELOR OF

Social Science


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 747001

How can I study Health and Society?

Diane Gipey, a UQ graduate and Community Capacity Manager for the Northern Territory Government, on a trip to three communities to discuss various issues such as volatile substance abuse, and alcohol and drug use

gender inequalities in health, and education and employment of health practitioners to climate change and food security.

The study of Health and Society equips social scientists to work alongside health practitioners, researchers and planners in a variety of clinical, community and policy contexts to develop better ways of delivering health services, and improving community and personal capacities to prevent and respond to poor health outcomes.

What will I study?The courses you will study in Health and Society provide you with an understanding of the social determinants of health in local and global contexts, and the value of sound social research in addressing health problems.

Some of the courses you may study include:– Introduction to Health Illness and Society– Human Bodies, Culture and Society– Sex, Drugs and Disease: Health of the

Marginalised– Health Services Planning and Evaluation– Community Development: Local and

International Practices– Medical Anthropology: Local and Global

Perspectives– Health Economics.

Honours level study in Health and Society can be undertaken in the Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) program and in the Bachelor of Arts (Honours) program in a range of disciplines including anthropology and sociology. Health and Society courses also provide a sound basis for Masters programs in Social Science, Social Planning, Development Practice, and Public Health.

What job can I get?Graduates find employment in the health sector in government departments, hospital-based research and planning units, and community health programs. A background in the study of Health and Society can also lead to employment in fields such as child and youth services, migrant support, community-based employment programs, home and community care for the aged, and disability support. Recent graduates have found employment across Australia and overseas.


AREAS OF STUDYHUmAN SERVICES

BACHELOR OF

Human Services


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 746201

How can I study Human Services?

BACHELOR OF

Human Services/BACHELOR OF

Arts


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 746301

What is Human Services?The Bachelor of Human Services provides a pathway into a wide range of employment opportunities in fields such as: – the corrections and justice system– youth services– working with Indigenous communities– child and family welfare, including child

protection– mental health– disability services– services to the older population– community development– housing and homelessness services– women’s services– counselling and personal support– employment and income security– working with refugees and immigrants.

In all of these areas, a wide range of employment opportunities exist for human services workers who have the knowledge and skills taught in the human services program. These are challenging and rewarding jobs for people who want careers that involve working with people and addressing important social issues.

What will I study?The UQ Human Services program is unique, in that it allows you to combine an in-depth study of your field of interest with practical skills and techniques gained through a recognised human services program.

By drawing on courses offered by UQ’s long established and highly regarded Arts Faculty, you will be able to study up to eight courses (subjects) in your preferred field, and have this recognised as a major when you graduate.

Your major is combined with skill-based courses and hands-on experience in agencies that employ human services practitioners. You will graduate job-ready, and well positioned to make a significant difference in your chosen profession.

Available majors include:– Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander

Studies: gain your knowledge from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander teachers first-hand as well as from non-Indigenous staff who work closely with Aboriginal communities.

– Applied Psychology: study the application of psychology in areas such as mental health, workplace settings, education or sport.

– Criminology: learn to examine crime and its regulation in the context of social, economic and political shifts within our society.

– Peace and Conflict Studies: understand the causes of political conflict and pathways to peaceful solutions.

– Public Policy: discover the political, institutional, economic, social and ideological forces that shape Australia and how they inform public policy.

– Sociology: study social change, modern society and culture, social institutions and the relationship between people and the environment.

Learning in the workplaceAn attractive feature of the Bachelor of Human Services is that students have the opportunity to “learn through doing”. In the second and third years of the program, students are assigned to organisations where they learn about working in the human services industry from experienced professionals. These workplace experiences provide a great opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills acquired through your studies. Often these workplace experiences lead directly to employment opportunities after graduation. Most students really enjoy ‘on-the-job’ learning alongside their university studies.

“I will always remember my first human services class, by the end of which made me feel that this is the right field for me, that this is what I want to be involved with. Furthermore, those who work in the field and those who have mentored me have made me want to better the person that I am and to work with individuals and communities to create positive change.”

Monique Lynn Bachelor of Human Services/Bachelor of Arts

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Bachelor of Human Services/Bachelor of ArtsBy studying a dual Bachelor of Human Services/Bachelor of Arts program, you can graduate with two degrees after four years of full-time study.

You can study your area of interest in greater depth by choosing an extended major, or choose a second major from those listed in the Bachelor of Arts program (there are currently 45 to choose from), or create your own combination of majors and minors.

As with the Bachelor of Human Services, these areas of study are combined with practical skills learnt through industry placements and skills-based courses, resulting in a dual degree which is uniquely applicable to a wide range of careers

What job can I get?The human services industry is growing rapidly and employment prospects are excellent. There is a great diversity of employment opportunities including both full-time and part-time work, and outstanding opportunities to enjoy a career that is both personally rewarding, and has the potential to make a real difference in people’s lives. Human Services graduates work in government departments such as Disability Services Queensland and Child Safety Services, and in community and church-based organisations. There are opportunities for work in both Australia and overseas. The professional titles of human services workers are extremely varied. Examples include:– youth development officer– youth worker– child safety support officer– outreach worker– community development officer– program coordinator– case worker– case manager– project officer.

Human Services graduates can become fully qualified Social Workers after a further 18 months of study in UQ’s Master of Social Work Studies. They are also eligible to apply for postgraduate study in Counselling and other related fields.


AREAS OF STUDYINtERNAtIONAL RELAtIONS

What is International Relations?The study of International Relations at UQ is designed to:– introduce students to the major trends

shaping the world around them and therefore affecting their own lives

– train students in how to conceptualise and apply key approaches to the norms and policies that drive contemporary international politics

– help students make sense of and situate current events in the proper analytical, historical and global context, and

– incorporate such training into the development of tangible professional opportunities.

The courses you will study seek to integrate significant problems of international political economy, foreign policy analysis, international security studies, international relations theory, international organisations and international law and ethics into a more unified analytical framework.

What will I study?Studies in International Relations equip you with the necessary theoretical and practical tools to understand, analyse and evaluate events and issues both domestically and internationally.

BACHELOR OF

Arts


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 707001

How can I study International Relations?

Some of the courses you may study as an International Relations student include:– Introduction to International Relations– Introduction to International Inequality and

Development– Introduction to Political Ideas– International Organisations and Political

Cooperation– Human Rights and International Politics– Terrorism and Insurgency in World Politics– Australian Foreign Policy– Foreign Policies of the Great Powers– International Relations of East Asia– Conceptions of World Politics– Globalisation and International Political

Economy– Intelligence and National Security.

Long Way Around by Ali Rae, taken in Bethlehem, entered for 2012 Photography Competition

BACHELOR OF

International Studies


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 707111

What job can I get?Graduates find employment with Australian Government departments such as Foreign Affairs and Trade, and Defence, as well as with State agencies concerned with trade and economic development. International organisations such as the United Nations, the World Bank and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) also seek graduates with these areas of specialisation, as do employers in the private sector with interests in international business.

Career options include:– policy-making and advisory positions

within Federal and State Government departments

– diplomatic postings abroad, and– advisory positions within business and

trade organisations.


Bachelor of Arts/Laws student Catherine Drummond undertook a six-month internship in the legal chambers

of the United Nations International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda.

Catherine said her experience in Rwanda came at a “unique, transitionary time.”

“The Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda was winding down its work and concluded all trials and trial judgments by July 2012,” she said.

“It has referred its first case to the Rwandan national court system and will appoint international fair trial monitors to ensure the trial complies with international fair trial standards.

“I sat in on the Tribunal’s last ever trial – the Ngirabatware case. Ngirabatware was the Minister of Planning during Rwanda’s 1994 genocide.

“I am extremely fortunate to be able to work with some of the world’s most brilliant legal minds and to have the opportunity to contribute to the creation of international criminal law.”

Other recent internships include those undertaken by PhD candidate Daryl Morini, who spent six months working at NATO Headquarters in Brussels, and Masters student Cate Carter, who spent three months with the United Nations’ Somalia Desk.

The School of Political Science and International Studies supports a number of internship programs in its commitment to help students achieve their career goals.

Internships offer students both practical experience and the opportunity to make valuable industry connections.

Students who undertake internships during their degrees develop practical skills, build self-confidence and gain competencies in the workplace.

Internships put students on world stageStudents in the School of Political Science and International Studies are working around the globe in the midst of important legal, political and diplomatic events, after taking up internships with organisations such as NATO and the United Nations.

Starting in the bustling capital, Hanoi, they sailed the high seas in Halong Bay before trekking through regional Ninh Binh on an intensive field reporting course called Vietnam Reporter.

This project saw them developing and offering content to the Australian television news programs Al Jazeera, CNN, and Television Vietnam. Content was also broadcast by ABC News Breakfast, ABC News24, ABC Local Radio, Radio Australia and Vietnam television, VTV.

UQ journalism lecturer, Bruce Woolley, who travelled with the students to Vietnam, said having to produce stories of professional standard for international media outlets made the students appreciate the challenges of being a foreign correspondent.

“They all leapt to the challenge using skills they’d developed throughout their degree and as a result are ‘work ready’ and are starting to apply for jobs in the media,” he said.

While the School of Journalism and Communication excels in providing Work-integrated Learning opportunities for students, a project of this magnitude had never been attempted before and was a huge success.

Undergraduate Studies Program Director, Dr John Harrison, said he hopes this is the first of many such off-shore field experiences as he believes without practical experience it is impossible for students to develop job-readiness.

“This kind of project takes the notion of Study Abroad to a whole new level. Students’ travel abroad with their peers and work with our academic teaching staff to master their production skills,” Dr Harrison said.

Vietnam Reporter participant, Hannah Konecny, was delighted at being chosen to participate in the program as a first year student; learning years of journalism skills in just 10 days.

Photography and story by Alison Francis (excerpt taken from Engage, a student publication from UQ’s School of Journalism and Communication).

Vietnam turns cautious students into competent journalists

November 2012 saw a group of UQ journalism students off to Vietnam on a 10-day reporting adventure of a lifetime.

“It was quite daunting at first, but now I have a much clearer perspective of the type of journalist I want to be,” Hannah said.

Being involved in the project as a third year student allowed Mark Blackman to develop further in a practical sense.

“After three years of solid theory, this was a fantastic opportunity to really get out and about to start using all the skills we had been learning,” Mark said.

“I definitely think the experience has helped me a lot in my final year.”

Along with a newfound passion for Vietnamese food, these students came away from the trip with a unique understanding of being a foreign correspondent in their toolkits and are paving their way towards very bright futures.



AREAS OF STUDYJOURNALISm

What is Journalism?Journalism has never been so exciting or challenging. New frontiers in information gathering and dissemination are opening up, providing previously unforeseen opportunities for journalists.

Journalists today don’t just write a story. They take photographs, compose audio and video, develop websites and much more. In addition they must understand their audiences and produce content that is relevant to a diverse range of needs. To do this, journalists of the future need to be multi-skilled, adaptable, resourceful and creative.

What will I study?The University of Queensland has developed its journalism program with the future needs of journalism and journalists in mind. The curriculum develops critical understandings of the role of journalism in society as well as high order and relevant practical production skills. In addition to world-class researchers in the fields of journalism and communication, the School engages a number of industry professionals with expertise in television, print, online and radio journalism.

Using industry-standard software and equipment, UQ Journalism students extend their theoretical knowledge by gaining sought-after skills in field recording and camerawork, editing of sound, vision and pictures, digital and paper publishing, and multi-platform distribution. Students also gain valuable insights into current production values and practices through the on-site Media and Production Support team, and industry professionals drawn from leading media outlets.

Housed in state-of-the-art premises, The University of Queensland’s School of Journalism and Communication has invested in journalism for the future. So if you want to be a journalist, UQ is your university.

What job can I get?Journalism graduates have career opportunities in the main generalist media – newspapers, television and radio – in Australia and overseas. A developed interest beyond journalism can help in securing work in these and the more specialist media, particularly the large and diverse magazine sector. About a quarter of journalists find their first jobs in regional media. Online communication is expected to provide more employment over the next few years. It is also increasingly common to work as a freelancer, either in your own journalism agency or in a portfolio career.

Journalists tend to be versatile and adaptable. The knowledge and skills they develop are widely valued and can be used in a variety of careers, as varied as media, online development, TV, publishing and marketing. Many large corporations employ journalists in a range of communications positions. People with journalism skills are also sought-after by the public relations industry.

Despite the highly competitive nature of journalism, UQ graduates have high success rates in securing jobs across the media. UQ graduates are employed in metropolitan and national newspapers, commercial and public radio and television, news agencies and magazines both in Australia and around the world. Many hold senior positions.

As media and communication industries multiply and become even more important in everyday life, studying journalism is an excellent way of making a career.

Journalism students have the opportunity to enhance their formal studies in a number of ways. These may include membership of the Journalism and Communication Student Association (JACS), an independent body run by students for students, and by participating in workshops, seminars, and discussions involving leading journalists and media figures.

BACHELOR OF

Journalism


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 737001

How can I study Journalism?

BACHELOR OF


Journalism


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 741301

BACHELOR OF

Journalism/BACHELOR OF

Laws

Duration 5.5 years full-time

Location St Lucia

2013 entry score OP 2/Rank 98.80, IB 42

QTAC code 737102

BACHELOR OF

Business Management/BACHELOR OF

Journalism

Duration 4.25 years full-time

Location St Lucia


QTAC code 711101

BACHELOR OF

JournalismBACHELOR OF

Arts


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 730101

BACHELOR OF

Science/BACHELOR OF

Journalism


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 731602


BACHELOR OF

Arts


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 707001

BACHELOR OF

International Studies


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 707111

How can I study Peace and Conflict Studies?

What is Peace and Conflict Studies?Peace and Conflict Studies are assuming increasing importance both internationally and within nations as governments and non-government organisations struggle to find ways to resolve conflicts without recourse to violence.

Studies in this area examine the causes of violence and alternatives to violence. From international to local levels, we examine conflict prevention, conflict resolution and peacebuilding. The focus is on contemporary conflicts such as East Timor and Indigenous reconciliation.

What job can I get?Qualifications in Peace and Conflict Studies can lead directly to employment in a range of areas where analytical skills are required to identify better responses to humanitarian and justice concerns, where practical skills of conciliation and negotiation are required and where an understanding of the interconnectedness of the causes of violence is necessary.

These qualifications will especially equip you with capacities relevant to careers in such areas as diplomacy (including the United Nations and its affiliates), developing-world aid and development, AusAID, mediation services, defence planning, welfare and public interest work.

pEACE AND CONfLICt StUDIES

Students undertaking Peace and Conflict Studies may wish to consider joining organisations such as Amnesty International or Oxfam to gain more information about, and exposure to, issues affecting the international community.

Winner: 2012 UQ Award for Teaching Excellence

Dr Sebastian Kaempf – Lecturer in Peace and Conflict Studies

Dr Kaempf’s students speak very highly of him, attesting to his enthusiasm, approachability, commitment and ability to motivate and interest.

The quantitative and qualitative measures of Dr Kaempf’s abilities as a teacher reflect his empathy with, and genuine interest in, engaging and challenging students and his capacity to effectively communicate complex ideas.

UQ Award for Teaching Excellence

What will I study?Peace and Conflict Studies examine a number of social and political issues including international conflict; peacekeeping and peacebuilding; Indigenous politics; ethics and justice; and development politics.

Some of the courses you may study as a Peace and Conflict Studies student include:– Introduction to Peace and Conflict Analysis– Ethics in International Politics– Conflict Prevention and Resolution– Ethnic Conflict and Nationalism– International Peacekeeping– Conflict and Non-Violent Change– World Women: International Perspectives

on Politics and Culture– Politics of Development.


AREAS OF STUDYpOLItICAL SCIENCE

BACHELOR OF

Arts


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 707001

How can I study Political Science?

What is Political Science?Political Science includes studies of political structures, processes and policies in Australia as well as other societies, the contemporary ideas, ideologies and theories that determine the framework for political decision-making, and the organisational and diplomatic approaches to cooperation and conflict resolution in the international system. Studies in political science provide students with detailed knowledge of the discipline’s sub-strands and how they may be integrated into a broader understanding of key political processes.

What will I study?Studies in Political Science enable you to study a broad range of courses that cover significant issues, debates and concepts in the field. The major has four main themes – Australian Politics and Policy, Political Theory and Methodology, Global Governance and Political Economy, and International and Comparative Politics. Students completing this major will have a solid understanding of the political issues affecting modern societies and be able to analyse and comment on these issues.

This major enables you to better understand the politics and policy of your own country, and helps you to understand the significance of world events. There is an option for students of exceptional ability to participate in the internship program, in either the Queensland or Federal Parliament, or with industry organisations.

Some of the courses you may study as a Political Science student include: – Introduction to Political Ideas – Australian Political Institutions – Power, Politics and Society: Passionate

Encounters – Indigenous Politics and Policy – Politics and the Media – Environmental Politics and Policy – Political Thought: Plato to Modernity– Landmarks of Political Science– Political Leadership– Governance and Australian Public

Policy.

What job can I get?Graduates are employed in both public and private sector organisations that place a premium on skills such as critical analysis, preparing papers using the protocols and conventions of the discipline, and using verbal communications skills.

Career opportunities include but are not limited to:– researchers for members of parliament

and not-for-profit organisations;– policy advisors and policy makers in the

public and community sectors; and– specialist media commentators.

“I graduated from UQ in 2010, with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) majoring in Political Science and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies.

“Undergraduate Political Science studies gave me a fantastic introduction into the world of politics and policy, and studying honours further honed my analytical and research skills. I also developed practical policy skills, working with the Queensland Public Service on their whole-of-government approaches to Remote Service Delivery.

“After graduating I spent three months volunteering as a teacher’s assistant in a remote Indigenous community. I took part in a graduate program with the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet in Canberra before being offered a permanent position.

“My time spent studying at UQ helped me develop the skills I need to work in a competitive and fast-paced organisation and opened my mind to new and different ideas.”

Helen Smith majored in Political Science and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies

Profile


pSYCHOLOgY

What is Psychology?Psychology is the scientific study of how people behave, think and feel. It is a broad ranging discipline that spans topics including brain function, memory, conscious experience, lifespan development, social behaviour and the full spectrum of functional and dysfunctional behaviour.

Training in psychology involves not only the acquisition of information, but also the development and cultivation of analytical thinking skills, which are valuable personally and in many professions. Many people who study psychology will not go on to become psychologists but should find their training to be relevant and useful in their lives and work.

Those who do become psychologists may work in a variety of settings. Clinical psychologists, for example, may work in hospitals where they might assess and treat people with emotional and behavioural problems, or they may work in private practice or clinics. Organisational psychologists may consult independently or work within private and public organisations as human resource professionals, helping to develop a motivated and skilled workforce and to diagnose and solve group and organisational problems. Educational psychologists typically work within schools or the public service, and sports psychologists often work to enhance the performance of teams or individuals.

These and many other specialist psychologists may also work as researchers and teachers in universities or be employed as researchers in industry and government agencies.

Dr Mark Nielsen from the School of Psychology undertaking field research in early childhood development in a remote San Bushman community in the Kalahari Desert

BACHELOR OF

Psychological Science


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 757001

How can I study Psychology?

BACHELOR OF

Arts (Psychology)*

Duration 3 years full-time*

Location St Lucia


QTAC code 707001

* plus one-year Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Psychology

BACHELOR OF

Science (Psychology)*

Duration 3 years full-time*

Location St Lucia


QTAC code 731001

* plus one-year Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Psychology

All programs are accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC)

What will I study?The School of Psychology’s course offerings are designed to meet several goals:1. to provide a foundation of study in

psychology to students from many different faculties and schools

2. to educate students across a wide spectrum of psychology

3. to provide students with a foundation for a career in psychology, and

4. to prepare students to conduct independent psychological research.

The first goal is met mainly by our first-year courses which survey the field and provide you with an introduction to psychological research methods. These courses include:– Introduction to Psychology: Physiological

and Cognitive Psychology– Introduction to Psychology:

Developmental, Social and Clinical Psychology

– Psychological Research Methodology I

Second and third-year courses give students a more detailed knowledge of psychological research and practice. These include:– Psychological Research Methodology II– Neuroscience for Psychologists – Child Development – Social and Organisational Psychology – Learning and Cognition – Psychological Research Methodology III– Principles of Psychological Assessment– Psychological Research: Interpretation

and Evaluation

Electives in third-year are available in five areas of specialisation:– Applied/Professional Psychology– Biological Psychology– Cognitive Psychology– Developmental Psychology– Social Psychology

Fourth-year provides the insight that comes with advanced study.


AREAS OF STUDY

PhD candidate Katharine Baker attaching an EEG cap

What job can I get?Psychology prepares you for a range of career opportunities, including human resource management, mental health services, youth work, relationship counselling, residential care work, family and social services, public service management, private sector administration and management, market research, disabilities services, juvenile justice and corrective services, advertising and statistical research positions.

Students contemplating a career as a psychologist should undertake an accredited four-year degree (either a four-year degree or a three-year undergraduate degree followed by an honours year). To gain full psychologist registration with the Psychology Board of Austalia, students complete further studies and/or supervised work experience. Professional careers in psychology include:– Clinical Psychology: specialising in the

assessment, treatment and prevention of a wide range of emotional and behavioural problems.

– Clinical Neuropsychology: specialising in the assessment and treatment of emotional and behavioural disorders associated with dysfunction of brain process or head injury.

– Counselling Psychology: helping individuals, families and other groups with issues related to personal well-being, interpersonal relationships, work, recreation, health, and crisis management.

– Organisational Psychology: applying knowledge of the scientific study of human behaviour to the enhancement of organisational effectiveness and productivity and individual well-being.

– Sport and Exercise Psychology: helping individuals develop the skills needed to enhance performance, enjoyment and participation in physical activity.

– Research/Academic Psychology: applying skills to the advancement and communication of knowledge relating to psychology.

– Geropsychology: applying practical knowledge of primary prevention strategies, clinical intervention and rehabilitation for older people.

– Health Psychology: learning skills in illness prevention and treatment in public health settings.


Putting the ‘social’ into social scienceUQ’s Social Science Futures Forum is an annual event which links students, staff and professionals for a morning of networking and information specific to the social sciences.

speakers reflect just how varied career paths for social science graduates can be.

“Keynote speakers share their experience and advice for pursuing opportunities and careers in the social sciences, and use this opportunity to engage with interested students about the opportunities available to them.

“It is very important to develop a sense of who you are as a social science student, and what you can aspire to be throughout your career,” Dr Short said.

Sarah McSharer from Antipodeans Abroad Unibreak opened the session by relaying stories of her student placement in Nepal, where she engaged in care work in a Tibetan Buddhist Monastery.

Securing her placement through Unibreak proved to be the perfect option for Sarah, as they offer volunteer placements overseas for university students who want to experience

the world in a very different way without deferring their studies.

Justin Elstob from Save the Children emphasised that nowadays, a degree alone is just not enough to put you ahead of the game.

“Start your volunteering, student placements etc now to get yourself known. If you wait till the end of your degree you will be way behind the eight ball.

“Often the best skills you’ll learn come from inside a small organisation, so be open to starting at an entry level locally,” he said.

Patricia Collingwood from the Crime and Misconduct Commission said it’s important to find those qualities that set you apart from the rest.

“Knowing what your strengths and weaknesses are will help you choose your electives to develop these skills further,” she said.

Launched in 2010 as a joint initiative of the School of Social Science and the Social Sciences Association, the idea behind the Futures Forum was to create a ‘mini-careers fair’ type event, giving students an idea of what it means to be a social scientist, the varied paths that graduates can take, and build a sense of professional identity.

In 2013, the forum coincided with the launch of the CoReCo (collection-reflection-connection) program, where the key aim is to encourage students to start making ‘connections’ with other students, staff and professionals, and build a network that they can draw on during their studies and beyond university.

Deputy Head of School and Program Director for the Bachelor of Social Science, Dr Trisch Short, believes the range of forum

Social Science graduate, Rachel Palmer exploring the Old Bridge on her exchange in Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina


AREAS OF STUDYpUBLIC pOLICY

What is Public Policy?Studies in Public Policy are designed to help students come to grips with issues of modern governance in general and with the institutions and processes of public policy in particular. The main focus of studies in this area is on the political, institutional, economic, social and ideological forces that shape Australian governance and public policy.

The questions that students completing the major should be equipped to answer include: How do we formulate and analyse economic, environmental, social or foreign policy? Which groups have the most say? How do we understand the complexities of the policy system and make sense of what governments do? Is the public policy process ‘rational’? How do we design better policies? What knowledge and skills do policy-makers need?

What will I study?Studying Public Policy equips students with the superior analytical abilities necessary to embark on policymaking and advising careers within the public, private and community sectors. It includes a range of courses focusing on areas such as environment and social policy, political institutions, Indigenous political issues, Australian foreign policy and international development.

Some of the courses you may study as a public policy student include:– Introduction to Politics and Public Policy– Australian Political Institutions– Indigenous Politics and Policy– The Government of Queensland– Environmental Politics and Policy– Politics of Law and Justice in Australia– Australian Foreign Policy– Politics and the Media– Political Leadership– Politics and the Economy– Democratic World Politics– Governance and Australian Public Policy– Issues in Australian Politics.

BACHELOR OF

Arts


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 707001

BACHELOR OF

Social Science(together with Social Policy)*


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 747001

* Public Policy and Social Policy (see page 29) are complementary study areas

How can I study Public Policy? The Public Policy major also offers high performing students opportunities to engage in a semester length internship program, which will link them with project work in agencies in the Queensland Public Sector or the Queensland Parliament. The knowledge and skills gained in this major will provide students with the qualities relevant to employment in non-government organisations and the public sector.

What job can I get?The types of organisations that seek graduates with the analytical abilities provided by the Public Policy major include, but are not limited to all levels of government in Australia, international aid organisations, peak business organisations, interest and lobby groups, welfare organisations, and community groups.

Career options include policymaking and advisory positions in government agencies, private enterprise, non-government organisations and international organisations, business-government liaison officers, and community development positions both domestically and internationally.

This unique course offers students an opportunity to experience the workings of government firsthand. It is delivered jointly by a policy practitioner and an academic, and has a strong practical component aimed at developing some of the essential skills required for work as a policy practitioner.

You will hear firsthand from guest speakers working in government and the public sector; and have the opportunity to visit policy coordination centres, see Parliament behind the scenes, and sit in on Question Time.

This course is open to students from any discipline wishing to pursue a career as a policy officer in the public service.

Policy Practice – A course for the real world of policy

“Academically, Public Policy taught me about real life and how to analyse policy - not just text book and models. Vocationally, the program allowed me to secure a graduate position within the Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet.”

Alex Park

Testimonial


AREAS OF STUDYpUBLIC RELAtIONS

What is Public Relations?Public Relations (PR) people are communication professionals who plan and deliver strategic advice, information and programs on behalf of their client organisations or individuals.

PR is an exciting, dynamic profession which has expanded rapidly over the past decade.

PR is about two-way communication with carefully identified target audiences or stakeholder groups. PR people work closely with other communication professionals such as those in journalism, marketing and advertising.

Those who study public relations enjoy the challenges of establishing and/or maintaining a variety of strategic communication channels between an organisation and its key stakeholders – potential and existing customers, the media,

BACHELOR OF

Communication


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 741001

How can I study Public Relations? suppliers, regulators, industry, politicians, communities and competitors – because they seek to understand their audiences. Public and private sector organisations benefit directly from employing public relations practitioners because they bring with them an ability to research, interpret and reflect audience needs.

What will I study?When you study public relations at UQ, you’ll learn innovative and strategic ways to deal with communication issues in any workplace. Our courses involve practical, hands-on workshops, working with the most sophisticated technology available. Within the workshops you will learn to solve communication issues and design creative communication campaigns that address the issues that you will encounter in the workforce.

Some of the courses you may study include:– Introduction to Public Relations– Public Relations Writing– Media and Issues Management– Public Relations Practice and

Strategy– Mass Media, Spin and Public Opinion– Mass Media and Society– Public Relations Internship.

What job can I get?Studying PR at UQ offers key skills which are valuable to employers including an ability to think creatively and critically, to communicate

effectively with other people verbally and in writing.

Graduates of the UQ public relations program have found jobs in PR consultancies, as in-house PR staff for corporations and non-government organisations, and in local, state and federal government, as well as in international organisations.

The practice of public relations includes:– strategic communication– digital content management– community consultation and engagement– corporate communication– corporate writing and media production– crisis communication– event and exhibition management– fashion and lifestyle PR– government relations– health communication– internal communication within

organisations– issues management– media monitoring– media relations– media training– promotion and publicity– public education programs– research – sponsorship and fundraising– online content management.

The digital revolution has transformed PR practice, and graduates are expected to have high levels of digital literacy. PR is a global industry and graduates can expect to find employment overseas as well as in Australia.

Third year Bachelor of Communication (Public Relations) student Tanita McPherson was named the 2012 Cole Lawson Communications Scholarship recipient, describing the opportunity in her acceptance speech as “the public relations equivalent of Willy Wonka’s Golden Ticket.”

Managing Director of Cole Lawson Communications, Margaret Lawson, described the partnership between the School of Journalism and Communication and her company as mutually beneficial.

“The team at Cole Lawson Communications takes mentoring very seriously and we thrive on encouraging up-and-coming talent in the industry. We also learn a great deal from the scholars who intern with us.”

Bursaries help start careers

Dr Rhonda Breit, Tanita McPherson and Cole Lawson Communications Managing Director, Margaret Lawson


The exciting world of

complementary platforms.“Getting your story into the Twittersphere

and the world of Facebook is so important – it brings so many more people to the conversation than traditional PR alone,” Sally said.

If you enjoy being busy, Sally believes PR is the perfect job for you, as no two days in an agency are the same.

“I love the fact that you have to be across so many different clients and projects all at

once. I need a bit of variety in my daily routine to keep me sane,” she said.

Sally is excited about completing her Bachelor of Communication at

UQ this year and seeing where her PR and communication career will take her in the future.

“While I would be lying if I said there haven’t been times I have been stressed about university and just wanted it over, overall I have loved being at UQ.

“I love that the lecturers in the School of Journalism and Communication are so enthusiastic about their subjects; that passion makes for a great learning environment,” she said.

Just over a year ago, Bachelor of Communication student Sally Hall started an internship at Brisbane PR agency memery. Three short months later, Sally was hired as memery’s new Account Coordinator.

ince then, Sally has found herself working on PR campaigns

for brands like the St George Reds, Breaka Flavoured Milk and the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

Sally’s love of PR stems from the ever-changing, fast-paced nature of the job.

“My day can include writing media releases, helping to plan events, organising photo opportunities and interviews, liaising with media about potential stories, writing blogs, even updating a client’s Facebook and Twitter accounts, the list is endless,” she said.

Today, traditional PR and social media are

Sally Hall

Interested in a research career?

Completing your studies and getting a job straight after graduation is not the only path to a successful and fulfilling career.


There are lots of different opportunities to explore whilst doing your undergraduate degree, and one of these is getting a taste of what a career in research might be like by partaking in the Summer Research Program.

The UQ Summer Research Program provides you with an opportunity to gain research experience working alongside some of the university’s leading academics and researchers.

By participating, you’ll be able to extend your knowledge and develop your analytical, critical thinking, and communication skills.

Bachelor of Psychological Science student, Mylyn Dat, participated in the 2012/2013 Summer Research Program, completing a project in the School of Psychology, and said it allowed great insight into what work as an academic researcher would entail.

“The most valuable experience I gained was learning to plan, conduct, record and analyse results of my own study with the guidance of my supervisor,” she said.

“Networking, reviewing pre-existing literature, analysing statistical data and other basic research skills were also learnt during the program and will be of great benefit to me as I finish my undergraduate degree.”

Interacting with other students over summer through networking and educational events offered from UQ’s Office of Undergraduate Education was also valuable to Mylyn, as it allowed her to gain further insight into what is to be expected in her coming years of study.

“Participating in the Summer Research Program has affirmed my desire to pursue a career as a researcher and provided me with the necessary skills to help achieve this goal.

“The program has helped me to see that it is possible to satisfy my own curiosities that stem from personal observations and interests, whilst also contributing to pre-existing research that helps to explain and shape society,” she said.

For more information on the Summer Research Program, please visit: www.uq.edu.au/undergraduate/summer-research-program

Mylyn Dat


AREAS OF STUDYSOCIAL pOLICY

What is Social Policy?Social Policy is the study of actions and decisions of government that contribute to the well-being of the population and individuals. It involves policy areas such as social security and welfare, disability, health, education, employment services, Indigenous peoples, community services and child protection. The study of Social Policy focuses on understanding the values and ideas underpinning policy and the impact of policy on issues of equity, fairness and social justice. Social policy research critically analyses actual and proposed policy. It identifies the strengths and weaknesses of policy, the political dynamics behind policy, and asks the important question of who benefits from government policy.

What will I study?Courses in Social Policy examine the structure and distribution of government policy to assist and enhance the well-being of Australians and how these arrangements have changed over time in response to

How can I study Social Policy?

BACHELOR OF

Social Science(together with Public Policy)*


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 747001

* Social Policy and Public Policy (see page 25) are complementary study areas

Social Policy students will understand the values and ideas underpinning policy, and the impact of policy on issues of equity, fairness and social justice.

For Policy Officer Alice Ruxton, the best things about being a UQ student were living on campus, participating in an exchange program, and doing an internship.

“Campus life was great, and completing an internship enabled me to secure a job that I’m really enjoying.”

Alice, who graduated with a Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Social Science, is a policy officer with the National Seniors Australia’s National Policy Office in Canberra.

She is responsible for assisting the work of the Queensland, Victoria and New South Wales policy groups; contributing to national policy work through research, writing of submissions, preparing media releases/articles; assisting with lobbying activities at the state and federal level; and working with other non-government organisations.

Alice Ruxton Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Social Science

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political, social and economic factors. You will also learn about policy implementation and service delivery as important elements in making social policy.

Courses focusing on specific areas of social policy include:– Health– Indigenous Peoples– Social and Income Security– The Economy and Employment.

A final-year course provides students with a simulated policy experience. You will develop a policy proposal in the form of a pseudo-Cabinet Submission which is sent to the appropriate government Minister.

What job can I get?Graduates in Social Policy are well suited for careers in the State and Federal Governments as public servants, policy analysts and advisors to the Minister. Jobs in non-government and community sector agencies and peak advocacy bodies also require Social Policy graduates. Social policy analysis skills are also highly relevant for staff delivering and managing social services.


SOCIAL SCIENCE

BACHELOR OF

Social Science


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 747001

How can I study Social Science?

BACHELOR OF

Arts/ BACHELOR OF

Social Science


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 707301

Students may also continue their studies at honours level with an individually designed research program, complementary coursework and honours thesis.

What is Social Science?In UQ’s Bachelor of Social Science students learn how to develop strategies to address major social challenges facing society in an increasingly globalised world. Social Science covers a number of fields, and students will have the opportunity to specialise in Criminal Justice, Development, Health and Society, or Social and Public Policy.

What will I study?The Bachelor of Social Science at UQ is a unique and innovative program that will give students expertise in social science research design and implementation, and detailed knowledge of a specialised field of practice. Students undertake a set of core courses equipping them with theoretical knowledge and research skills, and include:– Social Being: Personal and Social

Identities– Social Being: Power, Structures and

Agency– Principles of Social Research– Quantitative and Qualitative Research

Methods– Research, Planning and Design.

Third-year students gain experience in the real world of social research by undertaking a supervised research project, related to their specialised field of study, and linked with an industry partner.

In addition to the set of core courses, Bachelor of Social Science students have an opportunity to specialise in a particular area of interest:– Criminal Justice – gives students the

background and skills to critically evaluate how we can better respond to emerging crime problems in our communities. Courses focus on the social factors leading to criminality and the response to criminal behaviour from the justice system.

Third-year students undertake a supervised research project that is linked with an industry partner, and gain experience in the real world of social research.

– Development – offers a social science perspective on international and community development issues. Students focus on strategies to alleviate poverty and inequality, and to develop sustainable societies, communities and environments.

– Health and Society – provides students with an understanding of the social, cultural, economic and ethical factors influencing health and illness. Courses focus on the way the health system works, and on the skills relevant to becoming a social science worker in the health sector.

– Social and Public Policy – provides students with the ability to gain the technical skills required to analyse social and economic issues and develop, implement and evaluate policy solutions. Studies in this major will connect the social sciences to the world of practical politics.

Some of the courses you may study in these areas of specialisation include:– Punishment and Society– Introduction to International Inequality and

Development– Medicine, Markets and Health– Australian Social Policy.

What job can I get?As a Bachelor of Social Science graduate, you will be equipped with relevant and marketable skills including problem solving, effective written and oral communication, information processing, creative and critical thinking, cross-cultural awareness, social research skills, and computer literacy. These skills will enable graduates to seek future employment with organisations such as government departments, policing agencies, community service agencies, healthcare providers, NGOs, and in the business/private sector.


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Bachelor of Social Science graduate, Kiah Smith, recently returned from two years in Switzerland working with United Nations Research Institute for Social Development.

Majoring in Development Studies, Environmental Studies and Sociology, Kiah has always been interested in social justice issues related to food and the environment, and was really drawn to the multidisciplinary nature of the social sciences.

“By combining my Social Science degree with majors in Arts, I could shape my study path towards my own interests - sustainable livelihoods, food security, food sovereignty, ethical trade and gender, and the power and knowledge relationships that shape the food system both locally and globally,” she said.

The program provided Kiah with a good understanding of development theory and a love of research, which led her to pursue a PhD and career in social research.

“As part of my PhD field work in 2007 I worked alongside two NGOs in Kenya (SustainabilityAfrica and AfricaNow), conducting participatory workshops with women farmers involved in subsistence farming and fair/ethical production of baby vegetables.

“In 2011, I had the amazing experience of attending the 2011 Dakar World Social Forum and a ‘food sovereignty tour’ in Mali and Senegal,” she said.

Kiah’s advice to students is to mix and match subjects from different disciplines and develop a broad knowledge base, as this way they will be skilled at seeing things that might not be obvious from within just one disciplinary ‘lens’.

“It also helps when you might need to work in diverse teams or in varied environments, from field work to global policy environments,” she said.

Kiah is currently working as a Research Associate on a UQ project titled ‘Food Security and Climate Change in Australia’, investigating the food security implications of natural disasters in Queensland and other states.

She is also developing her PhD research into a book, which explores women farmers’ involvement in ethical trade in Kenya.”

Kiah Smith BSocSci (Development), BA (Sociology and Environment studies), BA (Hons), PhD (Sociology)

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SOCIAL WORk

What is Social Work?Social work is a career for those interested in working with individuals, families and communities, and in addressing social issues and problems through interpersonal, community and policy practice.

Social work and social policy play vital roles in contemporary Australia, as issues such as unemployment, an ageing population, and economic uncertainty impact on our society.

Most people find themselves facing complexities of our society and sometimes need support and assistance in resolving their problems. The role of social workers is to play a key part in developing a society based on social justice, and in redressing situations that disadvantage people.

Social workers aim to stimulate action to change the social circumstances of individuals and groups who are

A significant number of placements lead directly to employment opportunities for students after they graduate.

What job can I get?Graduates of the UQ Bachelor of Social Work program are employed in government agencies, community organisations, and in private practice. Social Workers may find themselves working:– as advocates and negotiators acting for

individuals who are facing discrimination or who are unable to act for themselves

– with community groups and local government as community workers in neighbourhoods, where they work to bring about desired changes and develop services needed

– in hospitals assisting patients and their families to cope with and adjust to their health conditions

– with individuals and families facing personal distress or crisis associated with family and personal relationships

– with those experiencing loss, trauma and stress in their lives through loss of health, loss of employment or disability

– in local, state and federal government departments, where they may be involved in the policy practice, and planning and management of social and welfare services

– in private practice as family therapists or as counsellors with people wanting to bring about changes in their life.

Some of our more experienced graduates are CEOs of government and non-government organisations, policy officers, community development workers, overseas aid workers, family therapists, probation officers and juvenile justice workers.

Social Workers are employed in:– Centrelink– child protection agencies– community corrections– defence forces– disability services– drug and alcohol support clinics– hospitals– Indigenous health and welfare agencies– legal centres– local councils– multicultural agencies– neighbourhood centres– policy development units– private practice– refugee support organisations– rehabilitation units– residential care– women’s refuges– many other organisations.

BACHELOR OF

Social Work


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 734001

How can I study Social Work?

MASTER OF

Social Work Studies*


Location St Lucia

*For students who already have an appropriate degree and wish to qualify as a social worker. Entry is direct to the University.

disadvantaged. They also work to alleviate personal pain and distress, and provide direction for individual development and control over life situations.

What will I study?In preparing for a personally rewarding career, you’ll develop core knowledge and skills in social work, including direct practice with individuals, families, groups and communities, as well as social policy practice and research practice.

You will gain an understanding of the legal context of practice, human development, the moral and ethical foundations of social work, and the theories that guide what social workers do in their everyday workplace. You will also develop competence in working with people with mental health needs and their friends and families.

You will have the opportunity to specialise in a key area of practice in social work by choosing a minor in:– Child, Youth and Family– Health and Ageing– Mental Health.

Why become a Social Worker?A career as a professional social worker will provide you with:– opportunities to put social justice

principles into practice and make a real difference in the lives of individuals, families and groups

– the opportunity to impact on local, national and global social policy

– flexibility with practice areas: many social workers will work in a variety of settings during their careers

– eligibility for membership with the Australian Association of Social Workers (AASW), a professional body for social work practitioners

– excellent employment opportunities in Australia and overseas.

Learning in the workplaceAs a UQ social work student, you will have the opportunity to ‘learn through doing’. In the third and fourth year of the program, students are assigned to organisations where they learn about working in the social work industry from experienced practitioners.

These workplace experiences provide an excellent opportunity to apply the knowledge acquired through your studies and finetune the application of skills learnt in practice courses.

Industry placements ensure that students who graduate from this program are job-ready and highly sought after in the workforce.

The practical nature of the field placements help students prepare for the workplace and it is these placements that often help secure employment after graduation.


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Job prospects in this sector are outstanding. The Department of Education, Training and Workplace Relations has projected employment growth of 48.5 percent for the social work industry over the next five years.

Why study social work at UQ?– We have nationally and internationally

recognised teaching staff who are leaders in their fields and write the text books used by other universities.

– We have a track record of more than 50 years of social work education. This means our curriculum is founded on a wealth of experience and leading research, which has been expertly adapted for students’ needs.

– We have strong links with the health and community services industry. Students undertake a work experience placement as part of their degree (see the learning in the workplace section for further

Poppy Browne completed her Master of Social Work Studies in December 2012 and feels like she walked away with knowledge gained from the best in the field and placement opportunities that were second to none.

One of the highlights for Poppy was the placement opportunities, which she said far exceeded those provided by other institutions.

“I felt that these placements solidified the knowledge I gained in the classroom and allowed me to develop my skills as an emerging social worker with the support and guidance of professionals in the field.

“Specifically, the opportunity to work in India was the most rewarding and challenging experience of my journey with UQ,” she said.

With a strong interest in international social work, Poppy found it fascinating to be exposed to and challenged by other’s perceptions and approaches to social work.

“I travelled to India for my second social work placement and had the opportunity to work in the field of community development with an organisation called Timbaktu Collective in the state of Andhra Pradesh,” she said.

“This organisation aimed to increase economic independence of rural women to empower them to participate in small businesses and local government. Furthermore, they ran a free legal aid clinic for women experiencing domestic and family violence, including dowry disputes, raised funds to educate girls, supported organic and sustainable farming cooperatives and allowed for the participation of women in local government.”

Poppy is currently employed at the Mater Hospital as a clinical social worker practicing in the Cross Complex team, working across the Mater Adults, Mater Mothers and Mater Children’s Hospital.

“I support individuals and families in their journey through the hospital system. I provide a number of different interventions to patients and their families, including psychosocial assessments, assessments of child protection risk, education about available community supports, counselling to address grief and loss and adjustment issues, and advocating for marginalised individuals and families,” she said.

Poppy likes that her role is extremely varied and challenging in that she must be continuously thinking on her feet, yet always ensuring her practice is based in theory and evidence.

“One day I can be providing therapeutic intervention to a family who has just

received information that their child has been diagnosed with a life threatening condition, the next I can be working with a young refugee woman at risk of ongoing domestic violence in her relationship,” she said.

In the future, Poppy hopes to further her experience in the field of international social work and community development.

“I have a passion for working with people of different cultures and backgrounds and I enjoy the challenge of experiencing new environments and adapting my skill set to work with a unique community of people,” she said.

Poppy Browne Master of Social Work Studies

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information) and our strong links with the sector allow us to offer a wide range of placement opportunities. You may even be able to undertake your placement in an overseas agency.


AREAS OF STUDYSOCIOLOgY

BACHELOR OF

Arts


Location St Lucia


QTAC code 707001

How can I study Sociology? What is Sociology?Sociology’s basic assumption is that social life is orderly – in the sense of being regular, patterned and therefore capable of being analysed. Such order can be found at all levels of social organisation, from the way we exchange greetings in face-to-face encounters or over the telephone, to the way the social class structure is reproduced over time. Even the negative or undesirable features of social life – how arguments start and conclude, as well as more serious matters such as industrial conflict, crime and deviant behaviour – can be shown to be ‘orderly’.

Sociology’s goal is ultimately to describe and explain the observed regularities in social life. Finding out how things occur and how different aspects of social life are mutually connected through careful research is the first step in suggesting how problems can be addressed.

What will I study?You will study a range of introductory and advanced courses that introduce you to key sociological concepts and theories, research methods for sociology and key substantive areas. Students can choose between a single and extended major and may also do a fourth-year honours program that provides advanced training in sociological research.

Examples of introductory courses are: – Introduction to Sociology– Gender, Sexuality and Society– Introduction to Health, Illness

and Society.

Examples of advanced courses are: – Sociology of the Environment– Media, Culture and Society– Sociology of the City.

What job can I get?Graduates can pursue careers in policy analysis, statistics, research or social planning in government, or in market research and analysis in the private sector.


Government departments (e.g., Communities, Health, Natural Resources, Tourism and Emergency Services)

Policy Advisor, Policy Researcher, Social Planning Officer and Research Officer

Communications and public relations

Market Researcher, Industry Analyst, Media Relations Advisor and Public Relations Consultant

Media and advertising Marketing Consultant, Project Manager and Event Manager

Health provision Health Services Manager

Community services Counsellor, Lobbyist

Health provision Health Services Manager

Consultancy firms Ethics Advisor, Evaluation Officer, Applied Research Officer

Education Teaching sociology and social science (in conjunction with education qualifications), Education Administrator

35Social and Behavioural Sciences UQ Guide 2014

Hong Kong is the newest and hippest place for all career hungry, successful Western expats under the age of 30.

If you are a journalism or business student, Hong Kong, as the very centre of international journalism and international business, should be your number one study abroad option.

Taking journalism subjects in Hong Kong gave me a greater perspective and understanding of the industry; learning invaluable skills that will give me that step higher than my competition when looking for jobs.

It is definitely best to live on-campus in Hong Kong, because accommodation is the most expensive thing there. Hong Kong Baptist University offers very reasonably priced on-campus living options, and of course, it’s also the best way to meet people and make friends.

The best thing you can buy before heading to Hong Kong is a basic English-Cantonese language book. Yes, locals speak Cantonese, not Mandarin, so don’t enrol in a Mandarin class if you are planning on practicing your skills in Hong Kong.

Expenses: you can live as cheap or as pricey a lifestyle as you choose. Surprisingly, it’s cheaper to eat out at small local restaurants than it is to do your own cooking.

Overall, I think studying in Hong Kong or China is probably the most economical student exchange option, with well-priced on-campus accommodation, cheap food and drinks, and extremely affordable transport.

Going on an exchange is one of the best decisions you can make in your entire life. There is no easier way than a student exchange to get a visa and be allowed to live in another country around the world, and if you’re lucky, even get financial help to do it.

No matter where you choose to study abroad, undoubtedly your time will be incredible and you’ll hear yourself saying the same thing as every other study abroad veteran - “it was the best time of my life so far.”

But, if you are going to travel the world, why not choose a place that is out of the ordinary and somewhere that challenges your cultural assumptions?

Hong Kong is the very epicenter of where east meets west, the party central for expats around the world, and the central point of international business and journalism - the most dynamic, vibrant and mysterious place you will ever discover.

Visit www.uq.edu.au/uqabroad for more information.

Leigh FergusonBachelor of Journalism student UQ Abroad participant 2012 (Hong Kong Baptist University)

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Bachelor degreeA qualification awarded for the first level of study undertaken at university, generally requiring three to five years of study.

Course (formerly known as subject)A component of study within a program, similar to a subject at school. Full-time students usually study four courses per semester.

Dual programA combination of two UQ degree programs undertaken at the same time (sometimes called dual, parallel, combined, or double degrees).

ElectiveA course that you can choose to study from a set of options. Some UQ programs allow electives from outside your main area of study, or from other programs.

Entry scoresUndergraduate students are given an entry score based on high-school studies or other post-secondary studies: OP for Queensland Year 12s, Interstate Transfer Index (ITI) for Year 12s from other Australian states, and Rank for all others. Once you complete the equivalent of one full-time year of tertiary study (Bachelor level or higher), your OP or ranking is converted to a rank based on Grade Point Average (GPA).

FacultyA major organisational unit within UQ, with responsibility for academic programs, e.g.,

WHAt DO WE mEAN?You will hear a lot of new terms at University: here is an explanation of some of them ...

Faculty of Arts. Faculties may have a number of sub-faculty academic units called Schools, e.g., School of ... The head of a faculty is called an Executive Dean.

Grade Point Average (GPA)The average grade of your results, weighted by the unit value of each course. GPA is determined on a semester basis and ranges from 1 (lowest) to 7 (highest).

HonoursSome undergraduate programs require an additional year of advanced or more specialised study for students to be awarded an honours degree. Other programs calculate honours based on overall performance in specific years of the program.

International studentA student who is not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, nor a New Zealand citizen, and is enrolled or proposes to enrol at an institution in Australia. Temporary residents of Australia are classified as international students.

MajorAn area of specialised study within a program of at least #12 units, e.g., Chemistry in Science, which may be a formal requirement. Extended majors and dual majors are when the specialised study comprises a higher proportion of the degree.

MinorA small group of courses in a discipline. A minor is worth approximately half the value of a major.

Overall Position (OP)Overall Positions, or OPs, provide a State-wide rank order of students from 1-25 (1 highest), based on achievement in Authority subjects studied for the Queensland Senior Certificate. Your OP shows how well you have performed in your senior studies when compared with the performances of all other OP-eligible students in Queensland.

PlacementsA course requiring you to undertake a period of practical, work-related experience, usually at an organisation external to the University, designed to enable you to practise the skills of the profession in a real-life setting.

Postgraduate programsPrograms studied after graduating from undergraduate degrees which include graduate certificates and diplomas, masters, and doctorates.

Program (formerly known as course)A sequence of study involving enrolment, study and graduation, normally awarded with a qualification such as a bachelor degree, graduate diploma, or certificate.

Program codeA unique identifying number assigned by the University to a program.

QTACQueensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC), the central admissions body for most Queensland undergraduate programs; see www.qtac.edu.au.

SemesterThe University teaching year is divided into three semesters: Semester 1, Semester 2, and Summer Semester. Most programs only require you to be enrolled in Semesters 1 and 2 each year.

Study Abroad (Exchange to UQ)A program where students enrolled at an overseas university study at UQ for one or two semesters as part of their home university degrees.

Undergraduate programsUsually refers to first-time university programs including diplomas and bachelor degrees.

UnitThe value of a course (#). Most courses at UQ are worth two units but some are higher.

UQ Abroad (Exchange from UQ)A program where students enrolled at UQ may be eligible to study in another country under UQ’s student exchange program.

UQ Terminologywww.uq.edu.au/study/terminology.html

Forgan Smith Building, UQ St Lucia

UQ students Purity Chelangat Goj (front, from Kenya) and Hong Yu Emmanuel Chan (right, from Singapore) outside the Great Court, UQ St Lucia

At UQ, you can now study one of three undergraduate diplomas concurrently with your bachelor degree. You may complete it over an accelerated period, or spread the load across the duration of your degree.

mUSIC pERfORmANCEIf you love music, this is the diploma for you – no matter what your main academic interest. Discover the world of ensembles as you participate in ensemble rehearsals and performances. Develop excellence in rhythmic accuracy and pitch discrimination, acquire a full dynamic range, and develop musical style and vitality through a variety of rehearsal techniques employed by each ensemble director. Indulge your passion for music!

LANgUAgESIf you are keen to learn a new language, whether for personal interest or to enhance your career prospects in the global economy, you can study the Diploma in Languages. This diploma will suit you if you studied a language at high school and want to maintain your proficiency. But it will also suit you if you have never studied a foreign language: you don’t need any prior experience. The diploma is available in Chinese, Classical languages, French, German, Indonesian, Japanese, Korean, Russian and Spanish.

gLOBAL ISSUESThe Diploma in Global Issues will appeal to you if you wish to pursue a career in an area where having a global perspective on the environment, economics, politics, and social change will be of advantage. In this program, you will learn how individuals, societies and countries are all interconnected. One exciting feature is the opportunity to make the most of UQ’s extensive international connections through study at one of our partner universities.

How to enrol in a concurrent diplomaIf you are interested in the Diploma in Music Performance or the Diploma in Languages, you can apply for these programs directly to UQ once QTAC offers you a UQ place.

If you wish to do the Diploma in Global Issues, you will need to complete one year (#16 units) of undergraduate studies before applying.

To find out more about undergraduate diplomas, please contact the UQ Admissions Team.

UQ Admissionswww.uq.edu.au/studyEmail [email protected] (07) 3365 2203

Once you are enrolled at UQ, you may decide to undertake a Diploma in either Music Performance, Languages, or Global Issues at the same time as you complete your bachelor degree.

CONCURRENt DIpLOmAS


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ADmISSION INfORmAtIONAdmission requirementsTo gain admission to undergraduate programs, you must satisfy prerequisites and have a sufficient entry score (OP/IB/Rank).

But there are alternative pathways for entry if you do not meet the requirements, and you can upgrade your score. See Alternative entry or Improving an entry score (upgrading) in the next column.

PrerequisitesSubject prerequisites are the Queensland Year 12 subjects required for individual programs. You may also gain admission to programs with subject equivalents from interstate or overseas schooling, external senior studies, or tertiary studies. Some programs have additional prerequisites, e.g., the Undergraduate Medicine and Health Sciences Admission Test (UMAT).

Entry scoresEntry scores include Overall Positions (OP) and Ranks. Eligible applicants are selected for admission to a program in order of merit based on entry scores. Those with the highest entry score are selected first, and so on until the program quota is filled.

The minimum OP or rank required for entry varies from year to year and is determined once applications have been processed and places allocated. While it is difficult to predict exactly what OP or rank will be needed for entry to a program, the previous year’s cut-off points can be used as a guide.

Current Queensland Year 12 students receive an OP on the basis of their overall achievement at school in comparison with other students. OPs are determined by the Queensland Studies Authority and range from 1 to 25, with 1 being the highest.

All other applicants are allocated a rank on a scale of 1-99.9, with 99.9 being the highest. This common ranking scale allows many different types of qualifications to be compared, such as:– interstate Year 12 students are allocated

a Nationally Agreed Common Index, the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR), which is used to calculate a rank

– Australian students who complete the International Baccalaureate (IB) are allocated a Nationally Agreed Common Index – referred to as the Combined Rank by QTAC – which is used to calculate a rank

– non-school-leavers (including previous Queensland Year 12 students who qualified for an OP) and OP-ineligible Year 12 school-leavers are allocated a rank when they apply for tertiary education through QTAC based on previous secondary, tertiary, bridging and preparatory studies, and/or work experience.

UQ OP GuaranteeIf you achieve an OP1-5 (or IB/rank equivalent), you are guaranteed entry into your highest eligible preference for the majority of UQ’s undergraduate programs, regardless of course cut-offs.

For more information and to check if your program is covered by the guarantee, visit: www.uq.edu.au/study/future-students.html

English language requirementsIf you are from a non-English-speaking background, you must provide evidence of English proficiency. This may be achieved through a pass in Queensland Year 12 English (or interstate equivalent) or by other means, as outlined in the Entry Options booklet available from UQ Admissions.

Alternative entryIf you did not complete Year 12, did not achieve a high enough entry score for your preferred program, or are a mature-aged applicant, there are alternative entry pathways to UQ. Contact UQ Admissions for advice.

Improving an entry score (upgrading)If you are not successful in gaining a place in your preferred program and want to improve your entry score or meet subject prerequisites, you can accept an offer in a less competitive program with fewer prerequisites and try to improve your entry score. This process is called upgrading.

We recommend that you complete the equivalent of one full-time year of bachelor degree study to upgrade to higher demand programs (such as dentistry or veterinary science) as the entry ranks allocated to attempts that total less than one full-time year are capped. Depending on your academic performance, your new entry rank could be higher than your previous rank.

For more information on how to improve your entry score, contact UQ Admissions.

Special entry programsIf you are of Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, or have suffered financial hardship or severe disadvantage beyond your control that has affected previously satisfactory results, you may be eligible for special entry to UQ. Contact UQ Admissions for more information.

UQ’s Bonus Rank Scheme gives current Year 12 high school students bonus points towards their entry score for completing certain approved subjects or courses. Contact UQ Admissions for more information.

Programs for high-school studentsUQ’s Enhanced Studies Program (ESP) is the perfect opportunity to try a tertiary-level

course before you start university. While still in Year 12, you can complete a university course, attend lectures and tutorials, and access UQ facilities. Once you pass the course, you may get credit towards a UQ program and can also boost your university entry rank through the Bonus Rank Scheme: see www.uq.edu.au/esp.

The Young Scholars Program is another opportunity to discover, learn and engage with UQ’s academic community and like-minded students from across Queensland. See www.uq.edu.au/youngscholars.

How to applyYou can apply for admission to undergraduate programs at UQ through the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre (QTAC).

Check the QTAC Guide for details on how to apply and what entry requirements you need. Free copies are given to all current Queensland Year 12 students and some interstate schools. You can also buy a copy from newsagents or through QTAC.

For 2014 programs, the deadline for on-time applications is 27 September 2013. Contact QTAC for more information.

Current Year 12 students– lodge an application online via QTAC’s

Twelve-to-Tertiary (TTT) web application service at www.qtac.edu.au

International students studying Year 12 in Australia– visit www.uq.edu.au/international-

students/year-12-international-students for more information on application procedures and entry requirements

Other prospective students– lodge an online application using QTAC’s

Apply-by-Web service at www.qtac.edu.au

EnrolmentOnce you have been offered a place in a UQ program, you can formally accept the offer by lodging a response with QTAC. You can then enrol at UQ by using the UQ link from QTAC’s Current Applicant online service.

The UQ enrolment website at www.uq.edu.au/startingatuq/ provides information about the enrolment process to help you get started.

QTACwww.qtac.edu.au Phone 1300 GO QTAC (1300 467 822)

UQ Admissionswww.uq.edu.au/study/admissionsEmail [email protected] (07) 3365 2203

International Admissions Sectionwww.uq.edu.au/internationalQueensland Year 12 studentsPhone (07) 3346 7376Interstate Year 12 studentsPhone 1800 671 980


Fees and costs Course fees and student contributions

When you study at University, at the start of each semester or teaching period (study period) you are charged a fee for each course in which you enrol.

Most undergraduate places at UQ are Commonwealth supported, i.e. funded partly by the Australian Government (Commonwealth support) and partly by you (student contribution). You are eligible for Commonwealth support if you are an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian permanent resident and have obtained a Commonwealth supported place. International students pay full tuition fees.

As fees are charged according to the courses you undertake, not the program in which you are enrolled, it is not possible to publish a fixed fee for a program – and so “indicative” annual fees (based on average first year enrolment patterns) are listed on our Courses and Programs website to help with your financial planning.

Fees calculatorTo help you estimate your course fees for a study period, UQ has developed an online Fees Calculator, available on the Courses and Programs website.

The Fees Calculator shows individual course fees and lets you add them to a list to estimate the overall fee for your enrolment. Before you enrol, Academic Advisors can help you develop a study plan.

Fees calculatorwww.uq.edu.au/study (see UQ Toolkit)

Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF)A compulsory Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) was introduced in 2012 as a result of legislation passed by the Australian Parliament. The SSAF is used to support non-academic services such as sporting and recreation activities, employment and career advice, child care, financial advice, and food services. UQ will levy the fee, which is capped at a maximum of $272 for 2013, according to whether you are an internal or external student, or enrolled full-time or part-time. The fee is indexed annually.

SSAFwww.uq.edu.au/myadvisor/student-services-and-amenities-fee

Living costsAs a university student, you will also need to consider other costs of living, especially if you are living away from home for the first time. These include accommodation, books and study requirements, transport, and parking. Fortunately, a wide range of assistance is available.

UQU, the Student Union, has a secondhand bookshop at St Lucia, and provides many low-cost entertainment activities plus an employment service. UQ’s Student Services offer help with accommodation.

And the Australian Government provides financial support for low-income earners, as well as fee repayment options for most students.

University of Queensland Unionwww.uqu.uq.edu.au

UQ Student Serviceswww.uq.edu.au/student-services/accommodation

Financial assistanceCentrelink student servicesThe Australian Government’s Centrelink provides three income-support payments for Australian tertiary students: Youth Allowance, Austudy and ABSTUDY.

You can apply for these payments at any Centrelink Customer Service Centre. Other schemes include:– an interest-free advance loan for

students, where you are paid part of your allowance as a lump-sum advance

– the Pensioner Education Supplement (PES), which is a payment to certain categories of pensioners commencing study

– the Health Care Card, which enables Commonwealth health concessions, such as low-cost pharmaceuticals, under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS).

Centrelinkwww.humanservices.gov.auYouth Allowance, Austudy, PES, Health Care Card: Phone 13 24 90ABSTUDY: Phone 1800 132 317

HECS-HELPIf you have a Commonwealth supported place, you may be eligible to receive HECS-HELP, an Australian Government loan scheme that allows an eligible Australian citizen or permanent humanitarian visa holder in Australia to defer repayment of all or part of their student contribution amount until their income meets a specific threshold.

This means you do not have to start repaying your HECS-HELP debt until you earn above a certain income level ($49,095 for the 2012-13 financial year). Loan repayments are then taken out of your pay as additional tax. You need to supply your tax file number if you wish to obtain a HECS-HELP loan.

Each study period, if you pay $500 or more “up-front” to the University, i.e. at the time of enrolment, you will receive a 10 per cent discount on your upfront payment (although this is currently under review by the Australian Government). (Please note that New Zealand citizens or Australian permanent residents without a humanitarian visa are not eligible for HECS-HELP and must pay their student contributions up-front with no discount.)

SA-HELPAustralian citizens and permanent humanitarian visa holders who are unable to pay the Student Services and Amenities Fee (SSAF) upfront may be eligible for assistance from the Commonwealth through an element of the Higher Education Loan Program (HELP) known as SA-HELP. You require a tax file number to obtain SA-HELP.

HECS-HELP and SA-HELP informationwww.studyassist.gov.au

When planning your study experience, consider the following financial options.

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INtERNAtIONAL StUDENtSYou are an International student if you are a:– Temporary Resident (visa status) of

Australia– Permanent Resident (visa status) of

New Zealand, or– Resident or Citizen of any other country.

Eligibility for UQ studyFor admission into undergraduate programs at UQ, you must have:– completed recognised upper secondary

or equivalent Year 12 studies to the required standard

– satisfied individual program requirements (e.g., specific subject prerequisites, auditions or interviews)

– satisfied English language requirements.

If you do not meet these criteria, you might consider taking the Foundation Year bridging course offered by International Education Services (IES) or English language training offered by the Institute of Continuing and TESOL Education (ICTE).More informationwww.uq.edu.au/internationalwww.foundationyear.comwww.icte.uq.edu.au

Study Abroad and Incoming ExchangeIf you are an international student currently enrolled at an accredited overseas university, you may be eligible to study at UQ for one or two semesters under the Study Abroad or Incoming Exchange program. Credit gained at UQ is usually transferred towards your degree at your home university, where you will continue to pay your tuition fees.

More informationwww.uq.edu.au/studyabroad

Fees, charges and expensesAll international students applying to study in Australia must have a student visa and study full-time, on-campus.

Please consider expenses such as visa and medical (pre-departure) fees, tuition fees, general living expenses, return airfares, and Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) when you plan your budget.

As a fee-paying student, you pay tuition fees based on the courses you undertake, regardless of the program in which you enrol.

Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC)www.immi.gov.au

Fee informationwww.uq.edu.au/international/fees

Fee calculatorwww.uq.edu.au/study/feecalculator

Services for international studentsUQ’s Student Services can arrange to collect you from the airport, organise your orientation, and schedule your academic preparation sessions. International Student Advisors can help you quickly settle into life as a UQ student and can also answer your questions about health services, family matters, schooling or childcare, social events, and cultural or religious organisations.

More informationwww.uq.edu.au/international-guide

Applying to UQFor instructions on how to apply to UQ and to download an application form, go to www.uq.edu.au/international-students/application-instructions.

International EnquiriesEmail (online enquiry form) www.uq.edu.au/international/enquiryPhone +61 3 8676 7004 (outside Australia)

1800 671 980 (within Australia)More than 11,000 international students from 135 countries currently call UQ home.

fURtHER StUDY At UQ

pOStgRADUAtE StUDYUQ offers both coursework programs or research higher degrees (RHD) at the postgraduate level.

Both will provide you with specialised knowledge, give you a significant advantage in the employment market, enable you to upgrade your qualifications, enhance your promotion potential, or pave the way for a career in academia.

Postgraduate studywww.uq.edu.au/study

Coursework programsPostgraduate coursework programs include graduate certificates, graduate diplomas, coursework masters, coursework masters (advanced) and professional doctorates, and require you to complete prescribed assessment. There may be a research component in some programs but they mostly require lectures, laboratories, tutorials, assignments and examinations.

Graduate certificates, graduate diplomas, and masters (by coursework) programs are frequently available in progression or as individual programs under a wide range of disciplines. Depending on your background, you may enter a masters program directly, or be asked to apply for a graduate certificate, then progress to a graduate diploma, then to a coursework masters.

Research higher degreesResearch higher degrees (RHDs) require that at least two-thirds of the program is supervised independent research (a thesis). Some limited coursework may be required.

RHDs include the Master of Philosophy (MPhil) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) programs. The PhD takes three-and-a-half years and the MPhil one-and-a-half years to complete, and to be awarded these degrees you must produce either a 40,000 or 80,000 word thesis of original research.

Graduate Schoolwww.uq.edu.au/grad-school

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Queensland Year 12(high school equivalent)

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Tertiary Preparation Program (UQ College) or Foundation year

(bridging program)

Graduate diploma

Research masters(Master of Philosophy [MPhil])

Coursework masters

Coursework masters (Advanced)

Once you complete your undergraduate degree, you may decide to keep going: UQ has many postgraduate study options from which to choose.

Concurrent diploma

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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Professional doctorate

Several faculties also offer ongoing tuition to ensure you remain current in your industry: some courses are run intensively over several days or hours, while others are offered on a semester-long basis. Still others are offered online. Check your faculty website for details.

The Institute of Continuing and TESOL Education (ICTE-UQ) also offers a wide

range of highly practical technical, academic and vocational programs, corporate training and professional development, educational tours and professional year programs for industry. You can choose between certificate, diploma, short course or customised programs.ICTE-UQwww.icte.uq.edu.au/continuing-education



UQ scholarships are awarded to recognise academic excellence combined with outstanding leadership; to assist students from families experiencing significant financial hardship; to support elite athletes; to help offset the costs of overseas study; and to aid students wishing to gain valuable research experience.

Scholarships are not only funded by the University, but are also generously supported by industry partners, private donors and the government.

Academic scholarshipsAcademic scholarships aim to reward very high-achieving school leavers who, in their senior years, have also demonstrated significant leadership potential. Applications open in July and close on 31 October each year.

Equity scholarships

UQ is keen to support students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds to realise their tertiary study aspirations.

More than 100 UQ-Link Access Scholarships, valued at $12,000 over four years, are awarded each year to commencing students who demonstrate significant financial hardship. UQ-Link Access students who enrol at UQ receive a $500 start-up bursary to help offset the initial costs of coming to university. If you wish to be considered for one of these scholarships, you should complete the Financial Hardship section of QTAC’s Educational Access Scheme when submitting your QTAC application.

Centrelink scholarshipsIf you receive a study support payment such as Youth Allowance or ABSTUDY, you will be able to access the Student Start-Up Scholarship through Centrelink. Relocation Scholarships are also available to regional/remote students needing to relocate from home to attend university.

Field of study scholarshipsThanks to generous financial support from industry partners and University donors, UQ is able to offer a wide range of scholarships across most study areas. In general, you must complete at least one year of study before you can apply, although some faculties do offer entry scholarships for commencing students.

UQ offers a range of scholarship options to make university study more affordable. Check out what you may be eligible for before you start.

Scholarships for students studying at UQ Ipswich or UQ GattonIf you plan to enrol in a program at UQ Ipswich or UQ Gatton, you may be eligible for additional scholarship opportunities.

Scholarships for Indigenous studentsThere are many scholarships for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students including:– Indigenous Access Scholarships valued

at around $4400 (please note that preference is given to commencing students who have to relocate)

– RN Hammon Scholarships, valued at $3500 per year

– Pearl Duncan Teaching Scholarships, valued at $20,000 each (before tax).

Scholarships for summer researchUQ offers scholarships to students who are engaged in summer research projects at the University from mid-November to mid-February. This is a great opportunity for you to work in a formal research environment in a field of interest.

International opportunitiesScholarships are available for overseas study through the UQ Abroad scheme.

Sporting scholarshipsIf you play sport at an elite level, the following scholarships are available: – UQ Sports Achievement Scholarship,

valued at $6000 for one year– Clem Jones Sporting Scholarship, valued at $6000 a year for up to three years.Sporting scholarship recipients also receive free access to the University’s sporting facilities and services. Apply online before November via the UQ Sport website.

Undergraduate Scholarships and Prizes Officewww.uq.edu.au/study/scholarshipsEmail [email protected] (07) 3365 7113

Centrelink scholarshipswww.humanservices.gov.au

Scholarships at UQ Ipswichwww.uq.edu.au/ipswich/scholarships-and-prizesPhone (07) 3381 1068

Scholarships at UQ Gattonwww.science.uq.edu.au/scholarships

UQ Abroadwww.uq.edu.au/uqabroad/financial-assistance

UQ Sportwww.uqsport.com.auPhone (07) 3365 6243

SCHOLARSHIpS

DEAN’S SCHOLARSEach year the Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences (SBS) acknowledges its top students by awarding them a place in its prestigious Dean’s Scholars Program. Dean’s Scholars are chosen from all SBS undergraduate programs and sequences of study, including students in dual degrees and students enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science, who have an SBS major.

Dean’s Scholars receive a number of benefits and opportunities, including: – Participation in a limited-entry

research course – Priority in Summer Research

Scholarships – Priority in overseas exchanges – Printing credit in the SBS computer

labs – Library photocopy card.

Dean’s Scholars are awarded a place in the program for the duration of their degree, as long as they maintain a high GPA. The Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences values the outstanding commitment and enthusiasm that Dean’s Scholars bring to their university studies and looks forward to their continued development and academic success at UQ.

Faculty of Social and Behavioural Sciences Dean’s Scholars Melissa Allison, Ellen Begley and Kaitlin Hinchliffe

UQ ABROADThrough UQ’s student exchange program, UQ Abroad, you can study overseas for up to one year while gaining credit towards your UQ degree.

With over 175 exchange partners in 38 countries, UQ Abroad is an ideal way to combine study and travel and can be the adventure of a lifetime. Improve your foreign language skills, broaden your professional and academic experience, and establish a worldwide network of friends. While on exchange, tuition fees at the host university are waived and you continue to be enrolled at and pay fees to UQ. You can even apply for student exchange scholarships or an OS-HELP loan to assist with airfares, accommodation, health insurance and living costs.

UQ Abroadwww.uq.edu.au/uqabroadwww.uq.edu.au/uqabroad/contact-usPhone (07) 3365 9075 or (07) 3365 8832

Studying in another country is a great way to learn about the world and broaden your horizons. UQ can help with costs and give you credit towards your degree.

LEARN A LANgUAgEIf you would like to add another skill to your portfolio, why not learn a new language?

The Institute of Modern Languages (IML), a centre within the Faculty of Arts at UQ St Lucia, offers courses in more than 25 languages, from Arabic to Vietnamese, at beginner to advanced levels, and you are most welcome to enrol while studying at UQ.

IML’s flexible time schedule and well-qualified tutors ensure that you not only gain valuable language skills but also receive an exciting cultural experience.

IML language courses cover all four communication skill areas – listening, speaking, reading and writing – in small, friendly classes. You do not need any formal entry requirements for IML courses and they will not be counted towards your degree.

IML also offers translation and interpreting services on a fee-for-service basis.

Institute of Modern Languageswww.iml.uq.edu.auEmail [email protected] (07) 3346 8200

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741201 Communication/Arts 4 St Lucia 11 77 27 English 10

741301 Communication/Journalism 4 St Lucia 10 80 29 English 10, 19

746301 Human Services/Arts 4 St Lucia 11 77 27 English 15

730101 Journalism/Arts 4 St Lucia 10 80 29 English 19

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757001 Psychological Science 4 Internal St Lucia 5 92 34 English 22

747001 Social Science 3 Internal St Lucia 13 72 25 English 30

734001 Social Work 4 Internal St Lucia 13 72 25 English 32

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UQ IpSWICHUQ Ipswich provides a high-quality teaching and learning environment in a supportive, friendly campus community. Students benefit from small classes held in purpose-designed teaching spaces and enjoy a range of support, amenities and recreational services, including a bookshop, cafés, sports court, oval and gym. UQ Ipswich is also home to UQ College, a new academic preparation centre.

UQ CAmpUSESUQ’s campuses are renowned as being among the most beautiful and well-equipped in Australia.

UQ gAttONUQ Gatton delivers excellence in agricultural and natural resource sciences in a relaxed, friendly atmosphere. Just over an hour’s drive west of Brisbane, the campus offers a unique blend of recreational amenities, support services, modern teaching facilities, state-of-the-art laboratories and historic buildings, along with the $100 million School of Veterinary Science.

UQ St LUCIASituated on the Brisbane River just seven kilometres from the central business district, UQ St Lucia is one of Australia’s most attractive campuses. With its striking sandstone buildings and beautiful parklands, it is the ideal setting for both study and recreation. You can find just about everything you need on-site, including excellent sporting venues, shops and cafés.

UQ HERStONHerston is UQ’s core clinical health teaching and research site. The campus is close to Brisbane city and is located alongside the Royal Brisbane and Women’s Hospital and the Royal Children’s Hospital. This co-location demonstrates UQ’s commitment to working closely with health professionals and researchers to deliver innovative and contemporary health education programs.


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Faculty of Social and Behavioural SciencesThe University of QueenslandBrisbane Qld 4072AUSTRALIA Phone +61 7 3365 7487Fax +61 7 3346 9136Email [email protected] www.uq.edu.au/sbs

UQ AdmissionsJD Story BuildingThe University of QueenslandBrisbane Qld 4072AUSTRALIA

Phone +61 7 3365 2203Fax +61 7 3365 2061Email [email protected] www.uq.edu.au/study

UQ International AdmissionsJD Story BuildingThe University of QueenslandBrisbane Qld 4072AUSTRALIA

Phone +61 7 3365 7941/ 1800 671 980Fax +61 7 3365 1794Email [email protected] www.uq.edu.au/international

QTACPO Box 1331 Level 2, 33 Park Road, MiltonBrisbane Qld 4064AUSTRALIA

Phone +61 7 3858 1222/ 1300 467 822Fax +61 7 3367 1164Email [email protected] www.qtac.edu.au

Undergraduate Scholarships and Prizes OfficePhone +61 7 3365 7113Fax +61 7 3346 0688Email [email protected] www.uq.edu.au/study/scholarships

Disability UnitStudent ServicesBuilding 21DThe University of QueenslandBrisbane Qld 4072AUSTRALIA

Phone +61 7 3365 1704Fax +61 7 3365 1702Email [email protected] www.uq.edu.au/student-services/accessibility

If you have a disability, please contact a Disability Advisor in Student Services at the start of semester to learn about the services and alternative academic arrangements available to you as a UQ student.

UQ publicationsUQ Admissions holds several publications that can help you find out more about UQ programs, campuses, student services, admissions procedures and fees:

– UQ Guide: Australian Undergraduate Students

– UQ Guide: International Undergraduate Students

– UQ Guide: Australian Postgraduate Students

– UQ Guide: International Postgraduate Students.

Campus toursIf you would like to experience UQ through a hosted campus tour, please contact the UQ School Liaison team (details below). Campus tours of UQ Ipswich and UQ Gatton are available all year round. UQ St Lucia tours are provided only during the Queensland school holidays, but you can request a self-guided discovery tour map if you wish to explore the campus yourself at any other time.

Phone +61 7 3346 9649Email [email protected] www.uq.edu.au/schools

In the event of any conflict arising from information contained in this publication, the material approved by The University of Queensland Senate shall prevail.

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kEY DAtESTertiary Studies Expo (TSXPO)RNA ShowgroundsSaturday and Sunday, July 20-21, 2013

UQ Open DayUQ St LuciaSunday, August 4, 2013

UQ IpswichWednesday, August 7, 2013

UQ GattonSunday, August 18, 2013

QTAC closing dateFor on-time applicationsFriday, September 27, 2013

Semester 1, 2014 Classes commenceMonday, March 3, 2014

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