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Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences

Leading teaching and research in 21st century humanities and social sciences

Driven by academic rigour, intellectual curiosity and social inclusion, we're committed to solving pressing global challenges.

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Study arts and social sciences

Arts degrees for undergraduates and postgraduates

Whether you’re fresh from high school, wanting to change career or upskill, or looking to delve into research, our reputation for world-class teaching and research makes us a leader for study in the arts and social sciences.

What jobs can you get with an Arts degree?

Employees who bring creativity to the workplace, who think strategically in their roles, problem-solve effectively on the fly, and communicate with diverse groups of people, are no longer nice-to-haves: they're essential. And they're in-demand.

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Our research

From archaeological digs to artificial intelligence and legal ethics to language learning, we bring our love of knowledge and culture of excellence to the world's greatest challenges.

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The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences is home to some of the world’s most outstanding scholars.

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Connect with us to meet our bright students, experience our lively events and hear from some of the best thinkers in Australia.

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Our people

We are committed to delivering an exceptional curriculum and supporting both our staff and students to maximise their professional and academic potential.

Our research

Applying our expertise to answer the big questions

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#23 in the world for Arts and Humanities (2021 QS World University Rankings)
#30 in the world for Social Sciences (2021 QS World University Rankings)
#2 globally, in Times Higher Education (THE) University Impact Rankings 2020
Est. 1852 Over 165 years of teaching and research excellence
6 schools Economics; Education and Social Work; Languages and Cultures; Literature, Art and Media; Philosophical and Historical Inquiry; Social and Political Sciences

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Fulbright Scholarship for Philosophy Alumna Hannah Orban

Hannah Orban, Philosophy Honours graduate, talks about her journey from Arts degree and NSW Govt graduate program working on initiatives for students with disability, to a Fulbright Scholarship at the University of Michigan.

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5 reasons to study a Bachelor of Economics

The Bachelor of Economics will equip you with the skills, knowledge and industry expertise to make real-world impact and succeed in your career.

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Students create platform to report sexual harassment, bullying in law firms

A group of students at the University of Sydney have developed Confidant - an online platform where users can anonymously report and seek redress and support for bullying and sexual harassment in law firms.

L-R: University of Sydney Chancellor Belinda Hutchinson AC, Nelson Meers AO, and Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Professor Annamarie Jagose

Arts philanthropist awarded honorary doctorate

Nelson Meers, a leading advocate of Australian cultural life and arts organisations, has been awarded an honorary doctorate from the University of Sydney.

Proposed SpaceX base threatens lands and livelihoods in Papua

Elon Musk's proposed SpaceX base in Biak, Papua could have a negative impact on local livelihoods and the environment, argues Southeast Asia expert, Dr Sophie Chao.

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1 in 5 NSW teachers temporary, vulnerable to exploitation

Temporary teachers, the majority of whom are female and not temporarily employed by choice, face the same work demands as permanent teachers - yet face more pressure due to their precarious work status.

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Australians support managed reopening of borders

A new poll commissioned by the Sydney Policy Lab has found the majority of Australians support a careful reopening of international borders once more people are vaccinated, and from countries where the COVID-19 pandemic is under control.

Studying a Master of Economics

Can I study if I'm working full-time? How about recognition of prior learning? And what's the difference between the Master of Economics and the Master of Economic Analysis? Read on to find out about your postgraduate Economics study options.

Australia’s richest poetry prize: $40,000 to celebrate women poets

The Helen Anne Bell Poetry Bequest Award will be offering a $40,000 prize to the recipient for her collection of poems reflecting Australian culture. The winning collection will be published by Vagabond Press.

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Australians support mandatory COVID-19 vaccine: survey

Three-quarters of Australians would support a government requirement to be vaccinated in order to work, travel or study. This number is higher than the number of Australians who would agree to the vaccine voluntarily, a survey has found.

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