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University of Wollongong

Diploma of Arts, Social Science and Humanities/Bachelor of International Studies

Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia

  • Level

    Bachelor

  • Duration

    4F/EqP

  • Campus

    Wollongong (NSW)

  • Intl. Tuition

    Fee not confirmed

  • Intake

    2027-02-22

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Course Overview

Diploma of Arts, Social Science and Humanities/Bachelor of International Studies at University of Wollongong in Wollongong, New South Wales, Australia is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.

  • Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
  • Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
  • Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
  • Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
  • Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.

The University at a Glance

Student Population

34,931

Staff Ratio

15.0:1

International

46.0%

Career Prospects

Employment Rate

73.0%

of graduates employed

Avg Starting Salary

£37,130

First-year earnings

City & Location

Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

Year 1

  • Foundations of Diploma of Arts, Social Science and Humanities/Bachelor of International Studies
  • Academic and Research Skills
  • Quantitative Methods
  • Introduction to Theory and Practice
  • Optional language or breadth module.

Year 2

  • Intermediate Diploma of Arts, Social Science and Humanities/Bachelor of International Studies topics
  • Applied Methods and Tools
  • Group Project
  • Two optional pathway modules
  • Career and Industry Insights.

Year 3

  • Advanced Diploma of Arts, Social Science and Humanities/Bachelor of International Studies
  • Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
  • Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
  • Employability and Professional Development.

Entry Requirements

Subjects

  • Applicants with recent secondary education Assumed knowledge: Any 2 units of English.
  • Selection rank: The guaranteed selection rank for entry to the Diploma of Arts, Social Science and Humanities is 30.00.
  • Applicants with vocational education and training (VET) study If you have completed an AQF Certificate IV, AQF Diploma or AQF Advanced Diploma you will be considered for admission to this course.
  • Other applicants Refer to UOW general admission criteria. -->

Source: CourseSeeker (Australian Government), retrieved September 2026. Always confirm the current requirements with the university.

Assessment Methods

Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.

Campus & City Life

Student Population

34,931

Total students

Staff Ratio

15:1

Students per staff

International Students

46%

Of student body

Campus at a Glance

City Size

Mid-size city (200k-499k inhabitants)

Climate (indicative)

Mild coastal

Safety Index (indicative)

8.5/10

Transport

Good (close to station or regional airport)

Social Scene

Friendly community | Global / diverse | Coastal lifestyle

University Stats

Total Students34,931
Student-to-Staff Ratio15:1
International Students46%
Safety Index (indicative)8.5/10

Career & Outcomes

Graduate Employment

73%

Employed after graduation

Avg Starting Salary

£37,130

Average first-year salary

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition

Fee not confirmed

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