Bachelor of International and Global Studies

This course is only available to returning and current students who commenced a Bachelor of Political, Economic and Social Sciences (Honours) degree in 2017 or prior, and who have obtained results with an average of 70% or above in eight senior units of study (48 credit points) in the subject in which they wish to take honours.

The available honours subject areas include American Studies, Anthropology, Arabic Language and Cultures, Asian Studies, Criminology, European Studies, History, International Business, Political Economy, and Sociology.

The program takes 1 year full time for both domestic and international students. Part time study is also available for eligible applicants, excluding international student visa holders.

For Commonwealth Supported domestic students, the indicative Student Contribution Amount (SCA) for Year 1 of full-time study (48 credit points / 1.0 EFTSL) is $17,399. This amount is subject to annual increase each year of study, subject to a maximum amount determined by the Australian Government.

Graduates can pursue careers as community development program managers, diplomats, foreign aid workers, foreign correspondents, human rights advocates, international business consultants, policy advisers, and trade negotiators. Additionally, the Honours year serves as the Faculty's essential research training pathway to higher degrees by research in the humanities and social sciences.