Humanities & social science courses

Think about human society and culture

Study the human world in the context of social, cultural, environmental, economic and political factors.

Whether you’re interested in politics, languages, history or literature, studying humanities and social sciences helps you understand the world and the events that helped form today.

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Humanities & social science degrees

Undergraduate GRF-ART-DEG-2023

Bachelor of Arts

Postgraduate CUR-GEO-GCE-2023

Graduate Certificate in Geography

Undergraduate UNE-MDL-DIP-2023

Diploma in Modern Languages

Postgraduate MAQ-HIS-GCE-2023

Graduate Certificate of Ancient History

Undergraduate MUR-ASD-DEG-2023

Bachelor of Arts (Sustainable Development)

Undergraduate CUR-ENG-DEG-2023

Bachelor of Arts (English and Cultural Studies)

Postgraduate ACU-THE-MAS-2023

Master of Theological Studies

Postgraduate FLI-WGS-MAS-2023

Master of Arts (Women's and Gender Studies)

Humanities & social science subjects

Undergraduate UNE-RELS182-2023

World Religions Today

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Undergraduate MUR-COD301-2023

Indigenous Community Development

Undergraduate MAQ-PHIX3056-2023

Contemporary Topics in Philosophy and Ethics

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Undergraduate USA-POLI1019-2023

Politics and Citizenship in Australia

Undergraduate ANU-VIET1002-2023

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Postgraduate UND-PHTH6008-2023

The Human Person in Catholic Thought

How to become a humanities and social science professional

Rich, diverse and rewarding careers.

Broaden your career opportunities across a number of industries by studying humanities and social science online with leading Australian universities. Learn how to leave your mark on the world and make a difference.

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