Arts (Behavioural studies), Bachelor

Our Bachelor of Arts degree, ranked in the top 50 globally for social sciences and languages, offers exceptional choice with over 30 study areas. The Professional Futures program, combined with internships and industry connections, ensures graduates are fully career-prepared.

About behavioural studiesWe explore human behaviour from social, cultural and psychological perspectives. We look at the theory and research to answer important questions around why humans behave the way they do and the social issues that arise as a consequence.What will you study?Behavioural studies allows you to study a broad range of areas that examine who we are and why. You’ll explore topics such as:Human behaviourSocial behaviourPersonalityPolitical psychologySocial research methodsPolitics of identity.Why choose behavioural studies?You’ll develop insights into your own behaviour and motivations, as well as those of others, making you a socially aware and interpersonally effective employee. Discover how to apply social psychological principles to important problems, such as domestic violence, cyberbullying, euthanasia, eating disorders, climate change and terrorism.Breakthroughs in behavioural studies have led to a better understanding of anti-social behaviour, consumer behaviour, crime and more.Taken alongside one of the other majors in Social Sciences(anthropology, criminology, gender studies, human geography, international relations, politics or sociology) a minor in behavioural studies plays a vital part in preparing you for employment in areas that involve the understanding, management and direction of human behaviours and relations.Career opportunitiesBehavioural studies can lead to careers in:DefenceEducationBehavioural researchBusiness managementMedia and communicationsHuman resource managementPolicyAdvertising, sales and marketingPhilosophyBiomedical sciencesAnthropology.Global studyWith Monash’s impressive international links, you’ll have the opportunity to travel around the world on short or long term programs.Exchange programs include:University of Wisconsin-Madison – USAUniversity of North Carolina, Chapel Hill – USANational University of Singapore – SingaporeFree University of Berlin – GermanyUniversity of Essex – England.Global Immersion Guarantee:As a Bachelor of Arts student, you’ll have access to the Monash Global Immersion Guarantee – an opportunity to spend two weeks studying in one of a variety of locations, with airfares and accommodation covered as part of your degree.