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An Introduction to the School of Social Science Anthropology, Archaeology, Criminology, Sociology & Social Science Name of presentation Month 2009 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 Name of presentation Month 2009 Skilling up… • Thinking critically and analytically • Evaluating and synthesizing arguments • Communicating knowledgeably and effectively • Applying research methods in national and international field settings Name of presentation Month 2009 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 Name of presentation Month 2009 Fields of Study At UQ, you can study to become a Social Scientist through the Bachelor of Arts Program by majoring in: Anthropology Archaeology Criminology Sociology You can also undertake a Bachelor of Social Science in: Development Health and Society Social and Public Policy Criminal Justice Name of presentation Month 2009 Anthropologists Investigate the diversity of human cultures, variations in social values / norms and the impacts of cross-cultural relations Name of presentation Month 2009 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 crosscultural settings at home and abroad Name of presentation Month 2009 Archaeologists Investigate the human past: • Human biological and cultural evolution • Origins of agriculture • Origins of civilisation • Origins of modernity • Australasian and world archaeology Name of presentation Month 2009 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 Name of presentation Month 2009 Criminologists • Study the causes and consequences of crime • Understand deviant behaviour and its manifestations Name of presentation Month 2009 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 Name of presentation Month 2009 Sociologists Document, 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 Name of presentation Month 2009 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 Name of presentation Month 2009 School Resources Computing facilities Anthropology Museum Archaeology Laboratories • TARDIS • Field lab Name of presentation Month 2009 Introductory Courses Semester 1, 2012 ANTH1008 Introduction to Anthropology ARCA1000 Discovering Archaeology CRIM1000 Introduction to Criminology SOCY1050 Introduction to Sociology Name of presentation Month 2009 Introductory Courses Semester 2, 2013 ANTH1008 Introduction to Anthropology Anth1030 Anthropology of world issues ARCA1000 Discovering Archaeology ARCAS2001 Doing Archaeology CRIM1000 Introduction to Criminology CRIM1019 Introduction to Criminal Justice SOCY1050 Introduction to Sociology SOCY1060 Gender, sexuality & society Name of presentation Month 2009 Want to know more? www.socialscience.uq.edu.au [email protected] Name of presentation Month 2009 http://www.socialscience.uq.edu.au/bachelor-of-social-science Bachelor of Social Science Development Social and Public Policy A social science perspective on international & community development issues such as poverty, livelihoods, local economies, and environment. Connecting the social sciences to the world of practical politics. Understanding how to develop, implement and evaluate policy. Health and Society Criminal Justice Understanding the social and ethical factors influencing health and illness, and how health systems work. Understanding how we can better respond to emerging crime problems in our communities, focusing on systems of justice More on Bachelor of Social Science: http://www.socialscience.uq.edu.au/bachelor-of-social-science Name of presentation Month 2009