Social Researcher

A Social Researcher investigates social issues, patterns, and trends to inform policy and practice. You might work in academic institutions, government agencies, or non-profit organisations. Social Researchers focus on data collection, analysis, and interpretation. You’ll design and conduct surveys, interviews, and case studies to gather insights into societal behaviours and conditions.

Social Researchers play a vital role in understanding and addressing social challenges. You’ll need to be analytical, detail-oriented, and possess strong research skills. You’ll collaborate with stakeholders to ensure research findings are effectively communicated and utilised in developing evidence-based policies and interventions.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $91,000
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a social researcher?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
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Bachelor of Arts (Cultural Studies)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $50,976
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Academic Researcher Arts Administrator Social Researcher
Cultural Anthropologist Cultural Advisor Archaeological Consultant Music Historian Critic Arts Writer
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Academic Researcher Arts Administrator Social Researcher Cultural Anthropologist Cultural Advisor Archaeological Consultant Music Historian Critic Arts Writer + 6 more

Bachelor of Arts (Sociology)
Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $85,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Social Researcher Sociologist Humanities Teacher
Cultural Anthropologist
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Social Researcher Sociologist Humanities Teacher Cultural Anthropologist + 1 more

Master of Applied Research
On Campus
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Research Assistant Research Officer Academic Tutor
Policy Analyst Program Evaluator Social Researcher Public Health Researcher Data Analyst Innovation Consultant UX Researcher
+ 7 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Research Assistant Research Officer Academic Tutor Policy Analyst Program Evaluator Social Researcher Public Health Researcher Data Analyst Innovation Consultant UX Researcher + 7 more

Bachelor of Arts (Honours) (Social Sciences)
On Campus
12 months
$16,992
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Social Researcher Research Officer Policy Analyst
Policy Adviser Community Development Officer Human Rights Advocate Cultural Advisor
+ 4 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Social Researcher Research Officer Policy Analyst Policy Adviser Community Development Officer Human Rights Advocate Cultural Advisor + 4 more
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Further reading

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