History and Society
If you’re committed to the wellbeing of society and individuals, there are a broad range of studies – from sociology to criminology, Australian studies through to history and philosophy – that will prepare you for a fulfilling career within the public or private sectors.
To find out more about our full range of courses by speaking to our staff at the Course Information Centre.
Find out more about History and Society at Deakin.
Information sessions -
Melbourne Burwood Campus
- Anthropology - what's it all about?
- History - why study the past?
- Philosophy
- Australian Studies - Australia today and tomorrow
- Arts and Education - an overview of courses at Deakin
- The relevance of Criminology
- Sociology - understanding and analysing societies
Anthropology – what’s it all about?
10.30–11.00 am
Building P, Room P3.06
Anthropology is the study of the lives of people in a range of societies. Find out what you will learn and its relevance for you and your career.
History – why study the past?
11.00–11.30 am
Building P, Room P1.28
‘The insistence of the past in the present – history at Deakin.’ Join this talk to explore Deakin’s stimulating and challenging history program.
Philosophy
11.00–11.30 am
Building P, Room P3.06
Philosophy for life – from world religions to Freud, ethics to political philosophy, Deakin’s philosophy program will challenge your thinking.
Australian Studies – Australia today and tomorrow
12.00–12.30 pm
Building P, Room P1.28
How has Australia come to where it is today?
What can we learn from the past to shape our future?
Arts and Education -
an overview of courses at Deakin
1.00–1.30 pm
Building I, Room I2.02, Lecture Theatre 1
Why study an Arts or Education degree?
Arts and Education has it all – from Languages and Literature, Dance and Drama, Education and Teaching to History and Politics.
Come and hear the Dean of Arts and Education explain what an Arts or Education degree can offer you and the range of career opportunities it provides.
The relevance of Criminology
2.00–2.30 pm
Building I, Room I2.05, Lecture Theatre 2
Crime, security, policing and punishment – hear how Criminology looks at these and more.
Find out how you can work in criminology, policy development, intelligence, paralegal, security services, and more within Australia.
Sociology – understanding and analysing societies
2.00–2.30 pm
Building P, Room P1.28
Study the people around you and ultimately yourself. The rich, the poor, the strong, the weak, the powerful, the oppressed, and more. Hear how you can change the way you see to world.
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