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Bachelor of International Studies

Let your voice be heard in a global future.

Expand your knowledge with studies in international justice and human rights, public policy in a global era, and international security. Develop strong communication skills as you research and present arguments in international politics.

Study location
  • Sippy Downs
Refer to the program footnotes
CRICOS code
074096G
Commence
Semester 1 or Semester 2
Program length (full-time)
3 years
Annual tuition fee 2019
A$23,200
Estimated total tuition fee *
A$69,600
Footnotes
  • Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.
  • * Estimated tuition fees are based on 2025 rates. Refer to international fees for more information.
  • Not all majors/minors and elective options are available at every campus. You should refer to the What Can I Study tab, and the proposed study sequence for your chosen campus and intake for further information.
Study location QTAC code
  • Sunshine Coast 011021
Minimum selection threshold
OP - 18 Rank - 64
UniSC program code
AR323
Commence
Semester 1 or Semester 2
Duration
3 years full time or equivalent part time
Study mode
Blended Learning
Recommended prior study
English
Fee type 2019
  • Commonwealth supported places
Total courses
24
Total units
288

Expand your knowledge with studies in international justice and human rights, public policy in a global era, and international security. Develop strong communication skills as you research and present arguments in international politics.

You’ll increase your understanding of political, cultural and economic systems of other countries and regions. Choose to take an internship of 10-12 days in a political setting giving you practical experience and industry connections. Our students have previously interned with state and federal politicians, Amnesty International, local councils and community organisations.

Immerse yourself in another culture and travel overseas to study a semester in another country. Broaden your career options and choose a major or minor in Development Studies or International Business. Or if learning a language speaks to you, complete a major or minor in Japanese.

Majors

Development StudiesInternational BusinessJapanese

Career opportunities

Defence, intelligence, foreign affairs, foreign policy, international business, political advice, interpreting / translating (with further study).

Membership

The Australian Institute of International Affairs.

Program structure

Introductory courses (3) 36 units

COR109
INT100
INT140

Language courses (2) 24 units

Select 2 courses (24 units) from:

IND110
IND111
IND210
IND211
ITL110
ITL111
JPN110
JPN111
JPN210
JPN211
JPN310
JPN311

Developing and Graduate courses (7) 84 units

INT250
JST202

PLUS select 5 developing and graduate courses (60 units) for the Politics and International Relations major chosen from:

INT202
INT230
INT235
INT245
INT257
INT270
INT274
INT276

Major or Minor courses (8) 96 units

Select 1 major or 2 minors from:

^ Students undertaking the International Business minor are required to use elective courses from the School of Business to meet prerequisite requirements.

Elective courses (4) 48 units

Select 4 developing or graduate level (200/300 coded) elective courses (48 units) from the undergraduate elective course options.

Please note that the number of electives may vary depending on the combinations of major or minors chosen.

^ Students undertaking the International Business minor are required to use elective courses from the School of Business to meet pre-requisite requirements.

Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.

Total units: 288

Program requirements and notes

Program requirements

In order to graduate you must:

  • Successfully complete 288 units as outlined in the Program Structure
 Program notes
  • Completing this program within the specified (full-time) duration is based on studying 48 unit points per semester (normally 4 courses)
  • The unit value of all courses is 12 units unless otherwise specified
  • It is each students responsibility to enrol correctly according to your course requisites, program rules and requirements and be aware of the academic calendar dates
  • Courses within this program are assessed using a variety of assessment methods which may include essays, seminar presentations, reports, in-class tests and examinations
  • As part of your USC program, you may apply to Study Overseas to undertake courses with an overseas higher education provider
  • Only a full-time study option is available to international students on a Student Visa
  • Refer to the Managing your progression page for help in understanding your program structure, reviewing your progress and planning remaining courses.