Highlights

• 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

The Bachelor of Arts (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.

Study Plan

This Study Plan is valid from Study Period 1, 2011.

For students who commenced study in this program prior to Study Period 1, 2011:

• Find the Student Handbook for the semester in which you commenced.
• Select the program in which you are enrolled.
• Either scroll down to the Program Structure, or select the Recommended Enrolment Pattern link.

Program requirements

In order to graduate you must:

• Complete 14 required courses, including a minimum of 8 advanced level INT courses, a minor study area (4 courses) and 6 electives.
• Complete no more than 10 introductory level courses including core courses.
• Complete no more than 6 courses from the Faculty of Business or Faculty of Science, Health and Education.

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.

Program structure

Year 1

Core courses: (2)
Complete 2 core courses - ONE in your first Semester and ONE in your second Semester.

Select 2 core courses from:

Required courses: (2)

Elective courses: (4)
Select 4 elective courses from any faculty (Science, Health and Education, Arts and Social Sciences or Business).

Year 2

Required courses: (6)

PLUS select 4 required courses from:

Minor courses: (2)
Select 2 courses from your chosen Minor study area:

• Indonesian
• Italian
• Japanese
• International Business
• Comparative Studies

Year 3

Required Courses: (4)
Select 4 required courses from:

Minor courses: (2)
Select 2 courses from your chosen Minor study area.

Elective courses: (2)
Select 2 elective courses from any faculty (Science, Health and Education, Arts and Social Sciences or Business).

TOTAL UNITS 288

Enquiries

Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences
Tel: +61 7 5430 1259

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

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