The desire to make things better is what propels us forward. The ability to tackle complex ethical and legal issues is valuable in a range of industries, particularly in the fields of law and social science. At UOW we can teach you the skills to address injustice, or help marginalised groups find a voice, so that you can influence social and legal systems for the better.
Influence social & legal systems
How will you influence social & legal systems?
Law
Do you see injustice in the world that you would like to repair? Would you like to understand and apply the law to help others and shape society? Or does resolving complex ethical and legal issues interest you? Studying law at UOW could be the answer.
Psychology & human behaviour
Would you like to work with people to uncover why they think and behave the way they do? And then use your understanding of legal processes to help others or achieve a more equitable society? Consider study in the area human behaviour at UOW.
Social Science & Advocacy
Are you interested in the complex perspectives needed to make a difference in society? Would you like to understand the social, legal, and political processes that shape the way we live? Study in social sciences and advocacy at UOW could help you make a difference.
Meet Adi
My purpose is to bring justice to those in the world who are unfairly deprived of their human rights, particularly shining a light on the West Papuan people and their plight for freedom.
Stories to inspire you
A platform for change
With women – young women in particular – making up more than half the retail workforce, UOW graduate Dominique Lamb believes that the industry is well placed to lead improvements in gender equality. Her work as CEO of the National Retail Association leaves her well placed to advocate for women and their financial security.
Adventures of the brain and mind
Ask Annabel Blake about her career and you’ll quickly learn that it has been anything but stationary. From ski slopes to start-up hubs, Blake has covered a lot of ground in her career to date. Within a week, she moves between mind-bending research projects and creative enterprises.
A giant of the law
The Honourable Justice Kirby has become synonymous with social justice and fighting for the underdog. For more than 50 years, he has been at the vanguard of the fight to create a society that is equal, fair and kind to all. While he has retired from his role as a Justice of the High Court, his passion and drive show no signs of diminishing.
Ticket scalping laws
When the NSW government introduced legislation that capped the price of a resold ticket and prohibited the use of bots to purchase tickets, it was heralded as a genuine step forward in helping fans access tickets at reasonable prices. UOW senior law lecturer Dr Charles Chew takes a look at how successful these laws might be.
I have always had an interest in what drives people’s behaviour, how the mind works, and why people feel the way they do. These interests drove me toward studying psychology. I hope to one day become a Clinical Psychologist working with people in a clinical setting—while continuing my research.
See where your degree could take you
Your interest in social and legal systems could lead in many directions. At UOW, you'll gain an industry-accredited degree and the skills to successfully launch your career.
Here are just some of the careers you could pursue:
- Aged care manager
- Barrister
- Child protection officer
- Clinical psychologist
- Cognitive psychologist
- Commercial lawyer
- Criminologist
- Developmental psychologist
- Educational officer
- Environmental health officer
- Environmental lawyer
- Forensic psychologist
- Government lawyer
- In-House legal adviser
- Indigenous health officer
- International policy advisor
- Mental health advocate
- Prosecutor
- Social worker
- Youth worker
Career options
UOW's Careers Central offers advice on the career options that study in a particular discipline can provide, including sample jobs, employers, key skills, professional associations and postgraduate study options.
Work while you study
UOW offers a number of services that can help make finding work that fits with your studies a little easier.
Employability Programs
See how UOW can help you connect with potential employers and learn the skills you need to launch your career successfully.