Transform your passion into impact and prepare to be a leader in the ever-evolving landscape of global politics, diplomacy, and law. With this vertical double degree program integrating political science, international relations and law, you'll gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to start making your mark on the world and helping to shape a better future for generations to come.

The vertical double degree structure allows you to earn both a bachelor's and master's degree in just four years, giving you a head start in your career while saving time and tuition costs.

You'll gain a nuanced understanding of global issues and develop the cross-cultural competencies essential for success in today's interconnected world. By combining the fields of Political Science, International Relations, and International Law, this program offers a comprehensive understanding of the complexities of global governance, diplomacy, and legal frameworks. You'll focus on Political Science and International Relations in years one and two, then from year three onwards International Law courses are integrated into the structure.

Career readiness and employability programs are integrated throughout the degrees, and you'll engage in workshops, case studies, internships, and collaborative projects with leading organisations, gaining practical experience and building a professional network before you graduate.

Academic entry requirements (by country)

Academic entry requirements apply to International applicants for this program. You can view the academic entry requirements for this program here.

An international student is a person who is not Australian citizen, a New Zealand citizen, a Pacific Engagement visa holder or the holder of a permanent resident/humanitarian visa.

This program is available to International students for study in Australia at Griffith University.

International students applying to study on-campus in Australia will require a student visa or another type of visa which does not preclude them from studying in Australia.

You can apply for admission online OR via a Griffith University registered agent.

Middle Eastern Secondary School Leaving Certificate (Tawjihiyah)

Grade average of 78 in the final year results OR successful completion of a recognised pre-tertiary or foundation program OR successful completion of one year study at a recognised tertiary or higher education institution is required in addition to the completion of High School studies.

English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:

• A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0
• OR a minimum score of 575 on TOEFL
• OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79 (no sub-score less than 19)
• OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only)
• OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English) or C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)
• OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50.

• Admission Procedure

International students who successfully complete the Direct Entry Program (DEP) will satisfy the English Language requirements for this Griffith degree.

The Direct Entry Program (DEP) is not available for Domestic students.

If you do not meet the University's specified English language requirements, you may wish to contact the Griffith English Language Institute to increase your eligibility for entering a Griffith University program. This Institute offers a number of English language and other courses at both its Brisbane and Gold Coast branches:

• Griffith English Language Institute

As a graduate you'll be well placed to thrive in the increasingly complex and dynamic fields of political science, international relations and international law. Whether you aspire to work in government, international organisations, NGOs (non-governmental organisations), or academia, this program equips you with the knowledge, skills, and credentials to pursue a wide range of rewarding careers in the global arena.

You could gain a position in international business, international organisations such as the United Nations, government, diplomacy and foreign relations, international trade and development, international NGOs or in trade negotiation, among many other potential roles.