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Bachelor of International Studies

University of the Sunshine Coast, Australia
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Course Overview

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

General Eligibility

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.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Course Modules

Introductory courses (4) 48 units:

  • Introduction to International Relations: An Australian Perspective

  • Global Environmental Politics

Select 2 courses from:

  • The Changing Planet

  • Global Citizens: A History of Humanity

  • Australian Society: How does(n't) it work? - An Introduction to Sociology

Developing and Graduate courses (12) 144 units:

  • International Justice and Human Rights

  • Politics of the USA

  • Forces of Change in International Politics

  • International Security

  • Politics and Security in East Asia

  • International Relations Theory and Practice

  • Politics and the Media

  • Internship in Politics and Industry

Select 4 courses from:

  • Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation

  • Nationalism and Identity in the 20th Century: Themes and Tensions

  • Public International Law

  • International Human Rights Law

  • International Community Development and Global Justice

  • Understanding Society: An Introduction to Social Theory

Language Requirement

The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).

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