Bachelor of Arts - Cultural and Social Analysis Major

Cultural and social differences are key factors in any interpersonal dealings: business, political or personal. As the globalisation process steadily advances, an increasing number of inter-cultural relationships are forming at every level of society. To be successful and productive, these relationships need to be guided by a sound understanding of the differences between the parties involved and their similarities.

The Cultural and Social Analysis major in the Bachelor of Arts is an interdisciplinary program aimed at developing knowledge, research skills and analytical capacities relevant to understanding and interpreting landscapes of cultural diversity and social difference in our contemporary world. The major study is based on the fundamental premise that our individual identities are not created by ourselves alone, but are formed within specific cultural, social, material and spatial environments. It provides a grounding in contemporary debates and methodologies in cultural studies and social theory.

Topics include globalisation, popular culture, everyday urban life, cultural and social impacts of scientific theories and new technologies, multiculturalism, contemporary spirituality, the body in culture, and theories of feminism, postmodernism and post-colonialism.

Part time-study is only available to local students and is generally completed by day classes as there are limited night classes.

A Career in Cultural and Social Analysis

As a Cultural and Social Analysis graduate, you may choose from a variety of careers in a number of fields, including:

»» journalism
»» activism
»» cultural policy adviser
»» teaching (with further study)
»» communication

How to Apply

All domestic applications for entry to UWS undergraduate courses must be made through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) (opens in a new window). Step by step instructions are available on the How to Apply pages.

All international applications for entry to UWS undergraduate courses must be made via the International Student Admission Application form. Step by step instructions are available on the International Admissions pages.