This program examines the political, cultural and economic systems of relevant countries and regions.
Advanced courses include international justice and human rights, making public policy in a global era, and international security. There are opportunities to undertake an internship or work-integrated learning with politicians, political parties, non-government organisations, lobby groups, the public service and local government. Students also select a minor in international business, a language, comparative studies or development studies.
- 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 2024 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.
Advanced courses include international justice and human rights, making public policy in a global era, and international security. There are opportunities to undertake an internship or work-integrated learning with politicians, political parties, non-government organisations, lobby groups, the public service and local government. Students also select a minor in international business, a language, comparative studies or development studies.
Majors
Politics and international relations
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
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete 1 core course.
- Complete 3 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 (100 level) courses, including the core course.
- 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 course (1)
1 core course:
COR109 Therapeutic Communication Skills
Introductory courses (3)
3 required courses:
INT100 Justice and the Australian Legal System
INT140 Foundations of Human Behaviour
Select 1 course from:
HIS140 Australian Society: How does(n't) it work? - An Introduction to Sociology
SCS140 Introduction to Indigenous Australia
Advanced courses (10)
2 required courses:
INT250 Introduction to Social Work and Human Services
JST202 Introduction to Social Work Practice Theories
PLUS select 8 courses from:
(7 of the chosen courses must begin with an "INT" prefix)
IND212 Communication and Thought
INT230 International Politics: An Australian Perspective
INT235 An Introduction to Australian Politics: The Makings of a Republic?
INT245 Global Citizens: A History of Humanity
INT257 Introduction to Development Studies
INT270 Forces of Change in International Politics
INT274 International Justice and Human Rights
INT276 Indonesia: Society, Culture and Politics
INT2IP1 Making Public Policy in a Global Era
ENP236 International Relations: Theory and Practice
SCS211 Politics of the USA
SCS235 International Security
Minor courses (4)
Select 4 courses from one the following study areas:
- Indonesian
- Italian
- Japanese
- International Business
- Comparative Studies
- Development Studies
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).
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