A Bachelor of Sociology is a three-year undergraduate degree that examines the processes structuring and transforming social relations, and the complex interrelationship between individuals and the societies they inhabit. It explores how identities and institutions are formed and dynamically shaped by activities occurring in different social contexts, covering a broad spectrum of topics including globalisation, colonialism, urbanisation, inequality, health, education, work, crime, and social change. Students develop a 'sociological imagination' — a distinctive way of thinking that enables them to question taken-for-granted assumptions, ask critically informed questions, and draw on diverse theoretical and methodological approaches to analyse social issues. The degree combines deep discipline knowledge of sociology with advanced quantitative data analysis skills, and is offered as an AQF Level 7 qualification typically completed in three years of full-time study.

The Bachelor of Sociology is designed for students who are curious about society, social justice, and human behaviour, and who want to make a meaningful contribution to addressing social problems. It suits those interested in understanding why social inequalities emerge, how they are experienced, and how individuals and communities can respond. Graduates are equipped with a versatile and transferable skillset that is in demand across healthcare and public health, criminal justice, education, community development, government, media, and corporate organisations. Key employers include government agencies at local, state, and federal levels; not-for-profit and community services organisations; social and health research bodies; media companies; and private sector organisations seeking specialists in diversity, human resources, and corporate responsibility.

For domestic students, entry into a Bachelor of Sociology typically requires completion of a senior secondary school qualification such as the Higher School Certificate (HSC), Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE), Queensland Certificate of Education (QCE), or equivalent state certificate, along with a competitive ATAR score. Most Australian universities do not prescribe specific prerequisite subjects for sociology degrees, although English is generally expected at a satisfactory level. Applicants who have not completed Year 12, or who did not achieve a competitive ATAR, may gain entry through alternative pathways including completion of a Certificate IV or higher qualification from a registered training organisation (RTO), completion of at least four Open Universities Australia (OUA) courses at undergraduate level, partial completion of another recognised higher education program, an International Baccalaureate Diploma with a minimum score of around 24 points, or via special entry schemes such as equity or mature age entry.

International students must also satisfy English language proficiency requirements. Accepted tests typically include IELTS (Academic), TOEFL iBT, Pearson Test of English (PTE Academic), and Cambridge English Advanced (CAE), with minimum scores varying by institution. Where previous study or work was conducted in English, certified documentation may be accepted in lieu of a formal test. Applications are generally submitted through state-based tertiary admissions centres (e.g., UAC in NSW, VTAC in Victoria, SATAC in South Australia) for domestic school leavers, while mature age and international applicants may apply directly to the institution. Entry is competitive, and some institutions may require a personal statement or academic referee report as part of the selection process.