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Look at society through different lenses with a social sciences degree.
Our programs cater for both undergraduate and postgraduate students and provide you with the opportunity to study a wide range of topics which will prepare you for a broad spectrum of careers.
Study with us
Prepare yourself for a long and fulfilling global career. Turn your study passion into a rewarding career.
Our research
From collaboration with local community to global partners, our research is varied, innovative and provides real-world solutions.
Departments
Our departments include our greatest asset, our people. The School of Social Sciences includes a community of vibrant staff and academics.
Engage with us
The School of Social Sciences and Faculty of Arts engage with a number of industries including government, alumni and the wider school community to make a difference in society.
News
7
Apr
Emeritus Professor Purnendra Jain awarded the Order of the Rising Sun
Japanese Consul-General holds Order of the Rising Sun award ceremony for Emeritus Professor Purnendra Jain in Adelaide
15
Mar
Adelaide to Shanghai: Taking Australia’s game to the world
On February 19 , Wakefield Press held a book launch for Andrew Hunter’s Port Adelaide to Shanghai: Taking Australia’s game to the world.
1
Mar
Dr. Deborah van Gaans has been awarded the Surveying and Spatial Sciences Institute (SSSI) South Australian Women's Leadership Award.
8
Apr
Pints of Ideas - How big is the plastic pollution problem and what can we do about it?
Join the University of Adelaide's Environment Institute with special guests to discuss the problem of plastic pollution, solutions in research, policy and industry, and most importantly what individuals can do to help.