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Bachelor of International Studies
  • Learn about other cultures, languages and systems of government
  • Incorporate international business studies or studies in Indonesian, Italian or Japanese
  • Undertake a politics internship in the final year of study

Program summary

Program title: Bachelor of International Studies
Award abbreviation: BIntStud
QTAC code: 011021
OP / Rank for 2013 entry: OP-18 / Rank-62
Duration: 3 years full-time or equivalent part-time
Commence: Semester 1 or Semester 2
Study mode: on campus
Recommended prior study: English
Fee type 2013: Commonwealth supported places, fee paying places, international fee-paying places
Total units: 288
USC program code: AR323
CRICOS code: 074096G. Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student Visa.

The Bachelor of International Studies prepares you to work internationally and communicate across borders.

In this program you gain a contemporary and historical understanding of international politics with a focus on international relations and multilateral institutions. You consider Australia’s engagement in the political and international sphere both within Australia and in relation to countries and regions of strategic importance. The political, cultural and economic systems of other relevant countries and regions are also examined. You supplement your studies in politics and international relations with courses in international business, a language or comparative studies.

Majors

Politics and international relations

Career opportunities

Defence, intelligence, foreign affairs, foreign policy, international business, management and marketing, media, political advice, research, international tourism, teaching (with further study), interpreting/translating (with further study).

Professional recognition

Graduates may become members of The Australian Institute of International Affairs.

Admission requirements

Please refer to the English language entry requirements.

Enquiries
  • Contact Student Administration for application and admission information
  • Contact the Faculty of Arts and Business for program advice

Program Leader
Bronwyn Stevens
Tel: +61 7 5430 1288
Email: bstevens@usc.edu.au

Program requirements

In order to graduate you must:

  • Complete 2 core courses.
  • Complete 2 required introductory (100 level) courses.
  • Complete 10 required advanced (200/300 level) courses.
  • Complete 4 courses towards a minor study area (Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, International Business or Comparative Studies).
  • Complete 6 elective courses.
  • Complete no more than 10 introductory level courses, including core courses.
  • Complete no more than 6 courses from the School of Business or Faculty of Science, Health, Education and Engineering.
  • Register any selected Majors or Minors with Student Administration.
Program notes
  • Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses).
  • Students completing an International Business minor must use two elective courses to complete the two pre requisite introductory courses BUS101 and BUS105 .
  • Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods including essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations. Not all courses will necessarily include all methods.
  • As part of your USC program, you may apply to participate in the Global Opportunities (GO) Program to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider. It is advisable to contact your Program Advisor to discuss timing and course issues.
  • Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa.
  • When enrolling, refer to the Study Plan.

Program structure

Core courses (2)

Select 2 core courses from:
COR109
COR110
COR111

Introductory courses (2)

2 required courses:
INT100
INT140

Advanced courses (10)

2 required courses:
INT250
JST202

PLUS select 8 courses from:
INT230
INT235
INT245
INT257
INT270
INT274
INT276
INT2IP1
ENP236
SCS211
SCS235

Minor courses (4)

Select 4 courses from one the following study areas:

Elective courses (6)

Select 6 elective courses, up to 6 electives may be from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).

TOTAL UNITS 288

Study Plan

The Bachelor of International Studies Study Plan is for students commencing in the current semester.

Year 1
Two (2) required introductory (100 level) courses
  • Two (2) core courses:
    One core course should be studied in your first semester and one in your second semester
  • Four (4) elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).
    • Required courses (2)
    CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
    INT100 Working with First Nations Peoples and Multicultural Communities
    INT140
    Core courses (2)

    Select 2 core courses from:

    CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
    COR109 Health Promotion Settings
    COR110 Exercise Physiology I
    COR111 International Politics: An Australian Perspective
    Elective courses (4)

    Select 4 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).

    Year 2
    • Six (6) required advanced (200/300 level) courses
    • Two (2) courses towards your minor study area
      • Required courses (6)
      CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
      INT250 An Introduction to Australian Politics: The Makings of a Republic?
      JST202 Communication and Thought

      PLUS select 4 required courses from:
      CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
      INT230 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
      INT245 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
      INT270 Forces of Change in International Politics
      SCS211 International Justice and Human Rights
      IND212 Making Public Policy in a Global Era
      INT235 Politics of the USA
      INT257 Politics and the Media
      INT274 Green Justice: Environment and Social Issues
      INT276 Indonesia: Society, Culture and Politics
      ENP236 International Relations: Theory and Practice
      SCS235 International Security
      INT2IP1 Politics and Security in East Asia
      Minor courses (2)

      Select 2 courses from your chosen minor study area:

      Year 3
      Required courses (4)

      Select 4 required courses from:

      CourseSemester of offerUnitsRequisites
      INT230 Internship in Politics and Public Policy
      INT245 Rural and Regional Sustainability
      INT270 Social Justice, Welfare and the State
      SCS211 Industry Project 1: International Studies
      IND212 Making Public Policy in a Global Era
      INT235 Politics of the USA
      INT257 Politics and the Media
      INT274 Green Justice: Environment and Social Issues
      INT276 Indonesia: Society, Culture and Politics
      ENP236 International Relations: Theory and Practice
      SCS235 International Security
      INT2IP1 Politics and Security in East Asia
      Minor courses (2)

      Select 2 courses from your chosen minor study area.

      Elective courses (2)

      Select 2 elective courses from either faculty (Arts and Business or Science, Health, Education and Engineering).

      TOTAL UNITS 288

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