an introduction to the school of social science
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An Introduction to the School of Social Science. Anthropology, Archaeology, Criminology, Sociology & Social Science. Why be a Social Scientist?. Because Social Science: Is focused upon the fundamental workings of human societies Is a area of ever-changing and growing knowledge - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
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An Introduction to the School of Social Science
Anthropology, Archaeology, Criminology, Sociology & Social
Science
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Why be a Social Scientist?Because Social Science:• Is focused upon the fundamental
workings of human societies• Is a area of ever-changing and growing
knowledge• Develops analytical skills highly desired
by employers• Is intellectually challenging and
personally rewarding• Is an expanding area for graduate
employment• Leads to professional careers in dynamic
fields of practice
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Skilling up…• Thinking critically and
analytically• Evaluating and synthesizing
arguments• Communicating knowledgeably
and effectively• Applying research methods in
national and international field settings
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Knowledge• Theory and practice of the disciplines
and applied fields of social science• Appreciating cultural diversity• Identifying causes and consequences
of social disadvantage and advantage• Recognising gender, ethnic, racial
and class inequalities past and present
• Conceptualising the future through appreciation of the past
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At UQ, you can study to become a Social Scientist through the Bachelor of Arts Program by majoring in: Anthropology
Archaeology Criminology Sociology
Fields of Study
You can also undertake a Bachelor of Social Science in:
Development Health and Society Social and Public Policy Criminal Justice
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AnthropologistsInvestigate the diversity of human cultures, variations in social values / norms and the impacts of cross-cultural relations
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With UQ Anthropology you will; Learn to identify the
ways symbols and language are transmitted
Understand how material culture forms a part of human culture
Undertake field studies in many parts of the world
Learn how to work in cross-cultural settings at home and abroad
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ArchaeologistsInvestigate the human past:• Human biological and cultural
evolution• Origins of agriculture• Origins of civilisation• Origins of modernity• Australasian and world
archaeology
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With UQ Archaeology you will; Learn to find and
excavate sites Apply cutting-edge
forensic and scientific methods to artefacts and biological remains
Learn how to manage and conserve cultural heritage
Become part of a professional archaeological community
Work on excavations at home and overseas
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Criminologists• Study the causes and
consequences of crime• Understand deviant behaviour and
its manifestations
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With UQ Criminology you will; Evaluate crime
control initiatives Know the workings
of the criminal justice system
Contribute to policy formation that leads to a more fair and just society
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SociologistsDocument, analyse and interpret contemporary social change, behaviour, culture & identity.
• Families and Households• Health and illness• Lifecourse Studies• Urban and Rural Change• Globalisation and Environment• Migration and Diversity
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With UQ Sociology you will; Learn how to undertake
qualitative and quantitative research
Understand the history of ideas concerning society and social change
Take part in research into your society in the contemporary world
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School ResourcesComputing facilities
Anthropology Museum
Archaeology Laboratories• TARDIS• Field lab
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Introductory Courses Semester 1, 2012
ANTH1008 Introduction to AnthropologyARCA1000 Discovering ArchaeologyCRIM1000 Introduction to CriminologySOCY1050 Introduction to Sociology
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DevelopmentA social science perspective on international & community development issues such as poverty, livelihoods, local economies, and environment.
Health and SocietyUnderstanding the social and ethical factors influencing health and illness, and how health systems work.
Social and Public PolicyConnecting the social sciences to the world of practical politics. Understanding how to develop, implement and evaluate policy.
Criminal JusticeUnderstanding how we can better respond to emerging crime problems in our communities, focusing on systems of justice
1:00 p.m.Social Sciences Building, S304
Bachelor of Social Science