Examine 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, NGOs, lobby groups, the public service and local government. Complement studies with courses in international business or Indonesian, Italian or Japanese.
- 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, NGOs, lobby groups, the public service and local government. Complement studies with courses in international business or Indonesian, Italian or Japanese.
Majors
Politics and international relations
Career opportunities
Defence, intelligence, foreign affairs, foreign policy, international business, media, political advice, international tourism, teaching (with further study), interpreting/translating (with further study).
Membership
The Australian Institute of International Affairs.
Program structure
Program requirements
In order to graduate you must:
- Complete 2 core courses.
- Complete 2 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 level courses, including core courses.
- 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 courses (2)
Select 2 core courses from:
COR109 Introduction to Informatics
COR110 Strategic Management
COR111 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility
Introductory courses (2)
2 required courses:
INT100 Applied Research Methods
INT140 Introduction to Economics
Advanced courses (10)
2 required courses:
INT250 Business Law and Ethics
JST202 Management and Organisational Behaviour
PLUS select 8 courses from:
INT230 Corporate Governance and Social Responsibility
INT235 Accounting Principles
INT245 Informatics for Financial Professionals
INT257 Communication and Thought
INT270 Innovation, Creativity and Entrepreneurship
INT274 Environment, Technology and Sustainability
INT276 International Politics: An Australian Perspective
INT2IP1 An Introduction to Australian Politics: The Makings of a Republic?
ENP236 Forces of Change in International Politics
SCS211 International Justice and Human Rights
SCS235 Making Public Policy in a Global Era
Minor courses (4)
Select 4 courses from one the following study areas:
- Indonesian
- Italian
- Japanese
- International Business
- Comparative 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).
TOTAL UNITS 288