Course Overview

About This Course

We deliver leading education and research investigating the development, motivations and consequences of human behaviour across the lifespan. Our undergraduate and postgraduate degrees address urgent social needs in education, psychology, social work, and society and culture. Graduates can work across multiple industries and areas, with skills to empower individuals and create more socially engaged communities. We partner with industry, community and government bodies to improve policy, directly engage with community, and integrate the work of our graduates and our researchers into real-world impact.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

132 Grenfell St, Adelaide, SA 5000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

No specific entry requirements were listed on this page.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

Graduates can work across multiple industries and areas, with skills to empower individuals and create more socially engaged communities. Career pathways span education, psychology, social work, and society and culture sectors.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What study areas are available within the College of Education, Behavioural and Social Sciences?

The College is home to four schools: Education, Psychology, Social Work and Social Care, and Society and Culture, each addressing different aspects of human behaviour and social need.

Is online study available for any programs in this college?

Yes, you can discover psychology and criminology programs in 100% online study mode, giving you the ultimate flexibility to study anywhere, anytime.

Are there practical or industry placement opportunities included in the degrees?

Yes, degrees include professional and field placement opportunities, as well as research projects and internship opportunities in community and industry settings while you're still studying.

Which campuses offer programs from the College of Education, Behavioural and Social Sciences?

Degrees are available across multiple campuses, including metro campuses in Adelaide and regional campuses in Mount Gambier and Whyalla, to ensure informed and valuable workforces across the country.

What kinds of research are conducted within the College?

The College's research extends into several of Adelaide University's Signature Research Themes, improving societal health, addressing educational and social disadvantage, amplifying creative industries, and embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledges. Researchers interrogate topics ranging from social inclusion and child protection to innovations in education technologies and approaches, through to urban design and gender studies.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

Click "Enquire Now" and tell us a little about yourself. It's free and takes 2 minutes.

Step 02

Submit Documents

Our team will guide you on exactly which documents to prepare and submit.

Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $58,000 to $75,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $75,000 to $95,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $95,000 to $120,000 per year

Career Paths

Environmental ScientistLaboratory Scientist / Medical ScientistResearch ScientistEcologistMicrobiologist

Key Skills

Scientific reasoning and critical thinkingLaboratory techniques and safety protocolsData collection, analysis, and statistical interpretationScientific writing and research report preparationFieldwork and environmental sampling methods

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