Bachelor of Politics and International Relations

Make a lasting contribution to our global community

With the Bachelor of Politics and International Relations degree you'll gain a solid knowledge of the principles, concepts and issues that are shaping the world around us. Explore present-day issues in politics and policy, including national security, the challenges of modern terrorism, the concept of democratically informed citizenship, and contemporary regional politics in both an Asia Pacific and global context.

During your time on the course, you’ll engage in focused discussions of major issues, such as counter-terrorism, human security, global governance, foreign aid, trans-national crime, war, energy security, regionalisation, cybercrime and the rise of populism. You’ll graduate able to demonstrate a high-level of theoretical and empirical analysis and interpretation of world events and issues, ready for an exciting future in politics or international relations.

Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification

We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
More information is available on our Alternative Entry page: http://www.canberra.edu.au/future-students/applications/apply-now/alternative-entry

An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).

Career opportunities

 Course-specific information

The Bachelor of Politics and International Relations is a degree that offers flexibility in terms of the subject areas explored. It can be constructed to investigate other disciplines, such as sociology, economics or justice studies, or those further afield, including law, business, commerce or management, while providing a major grounding in politics, international relations and national security. 

You can also extend your studies in politics, international relations and national security through an honours year, which includes both course work and thesis components.

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