We train our social workers, police, emergency managers, diplomats and criminologists.
Our offerings include sociology, politics, sustainability and international relations for the next generation of policymakers, non-government organisation workers and media analysts. Our student experiences include internships in a political office at Parliament House in Canberra and with community groups promoting social change.
Graduates of our courses are among the country’s most employable. Bachelor of Arts students find full-time jobs within months of graduating. For example, Social Work graduates are among the most highly paid in the country.
We are a globally leading academic and policy hub, energetically driving research and teaching on our communities, social justice and governance. We draw on the diverse talents of a socially motivated and fully empowered transdisciplinary team.
We are curious about society and how it influences the world around us; we are passionate, community-minded people who are great problem-solvers and critical thinkers. If you want to make a real difference in the world, then come and join us.
Study with us
Careers
Graduates are prepared with real-world experiences for diverse careers in diplomacy, criminology, policy development, and community, as well as the professional career fields of social work and policing.
Distinctiveness
Explore a range of disciplines from Criminology to International Relations, participate in industry placements, go on exchange with international partners or take up a double degree.
Future focus
Committed to work that makes a difference, with educational and research activities that directly benefit Tasmania and the wider world.
