Diploma of Social Sciences

Learning outcomes

On successful completion of the Diploma of Social Sciences, students will be able to:

No.Course learning outcome
1Demonstrate an understanding of the foundational concepts, theories and methodological approaches used in one or more of the social sciences.
2Synthesise information and knowledge from one or more of the social sciences to evaluate approaches to address contemporary social, political and economic problems.
3Apply conceptual or theoretical constructs used in one or more of the social sciences to understand and critically interpret contemporary problems in society.
4Work both independently and collaboratively to develop and communicate arguments based on knowledge from one or more of the social sciences.
5Demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively and ethically, knowledge to a diverse audience.
6Demonstrate a capacity to identify, analyse and critically evaluate multiple sources of information from one or more of the social sciences.