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Bachelor of International Studies

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.

CRICOS code
074096G
Commence
Semester 1 or Semester 2
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 - 61
UniSC program code
AR323
Commence
Semester 1 or Semester 2
Duration
3 years full time or equivalent part time
Recommended prior study
English
Fee type 2014
  • Commonwealth supported places
  • Fee paying places
  • International fee-paying places
Total units
288

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 Environment, Technology and Sustainability

Introductory courses (3)

3 required courses:

INT100 Cell Biology
INT140 Chemistry
Select 1 course from:
HIS140 Physics
SCS140 Science Research Methods

Advanced courses (10)

2 required courses:

INT250 Communication and Thought
JST202 International Politics: An Australian Perspective

PLUS select 8 courses from:
(7 of the chosen courses must begin with an "INT" prefix)

IND212 An Introduction to Australian Politics: The Makings of a Republic?
INT230 Global Citizens: A History of Humanity
INT235 Introduction to Development Studies
INT245 Forces of Change in International Politics
INT257 International Justice and Human Rights
INT270 Indonesia: Society, Culture and Politics
INT274 Making Public Policy in a Global Era
INT276 International Relations: Theory and Practice
INT2IP1 Politics of the USA
ENP236 International Security
SCS211 Politics and the Media
SCS235 Politics and Security in East Asia

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

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Total units: 288