Bachelor of International Studies
Help understand and navigate the many challenges facing contemporary world order by studying an interdisciplinary program covering studies in human rights, environmental politics, media and international security.
In this program you will:
- Learn the fundamentals of international institutions and global governance
- Understand international human rights, international security, and the politics of the Asia-Pacific
- Use your elective courses to specialise in a chosen area of interest
- Develop strong critical analytic and communication skills as you research and present arguments on international politics
- The opportunity to intern with government or NGOs
Location
CRICOS code
Entry threshold
ATAR/RankDuration
Part-time only Only a full-time option is available to international students on a Student visa. Online programs are not available to Student visa holders.Indicative fees
Indicative 2025 fees (A$)
CSP Annual fee / Estimated total feeQTAC code
Start
- Semester 1
- Semester 2
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- Semester 1
- Semester 2
- Delivery mode
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- Blended Learning
- Total courses
- 24
- Total units
- 288
- Duration
- 3 years 3 years
- CRICOS code
- 074096G
- UniSC program code
- AR323
Introductory courses (4) 48 units
INT101 Introduction to International Relations: An Australian Perspective
INT102 Global Environmental Politics
PLUS select 2 courses (24 units) from:
GEO100 The Changing Planet
HIS140 Global Citizens: A History of Humanity
SCS110 Australian Society: How does(n't) it work? - An Introduction to Sociology
Developing and Graduate courses (12) 144 units
JST202 International Justice and Human Rights
INT245 Politics of the USA
INT250 Forces of Change in International Politics
INT257 International Security
INT274 Politics and Security in East Asia
INT335 International Relations Theory and Practice
INT370 Politics and the Media
INT300 Internship in Politics and Industry
PLUS select 4 courses (48 units) from:
ENS204 Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
HIS240 Nationalism and Identity in the 20th Century: Themes and Tensions
LAW410 Public International Law
LAW412 International Human Rights Law
SCS201 International Community Development and Global Justice
SCS230 Understanding Society: An Introduction to Social Theory
Elective courses (8) 96 units
Select 8 elective courses from the undergraduate elective course options.
Note: Program structures are subject to change. Not all USC courses are available on every USC campus.
Entry requirements
For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.
Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.
Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.
If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment.
English language requirements
You will also need to meet the English language requirements for this program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may be able to enrol in our English Language Programs to reach the required level for most of UniSC’s programs (exceptions apply to non-standard English requirement programs).
Minimum entry threshold
Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank.
| Location | ATAR/Rank |
|---|---|
| Sunshine Coast | 51.00 |
- Recommended prior study
- English
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Successfully complete 288 units as outlined in the Program Structure
- Complete no more than 10 introductory level (100 coded) courses
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.
- CSP estimate
- A$14,624
- Annual tuition fee (A$, 2025)
- A$24,400
- Estimated total tuition fee (A$, 2025)
- A$73,200