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Download course brochure The term 'global village' may have become a cliché but it's true that the world has never felt smaller. Globalisation has seen many countries become increasingly dependent on each other, with the effects of internal politics, foreign policy and diplomacy impacting nations and individuals worldwide. With such a backdrop, the ability to make sense of it all and assess the issues that affect nations across the political, economic, social, environmental and cultural spectrum is a highly valued skill. This course gives you the opportunity to specialise in areas such as human futures and global challenges, international law, global politics and peace, international business, and an Asian, European or classical language. You will also have the option to study overseas. Available for study fully online, as well as on campus, the degree will equip you with transferable intercultural skills that are highly valued in today's globalised job market. Why study t he Bachelor of International Studies with UN E? When you embark on a Bachelor of International Studies, you’ll examine an array of fascinating topics, such as global security, earth in crisis, human rights and refugees, cross-cultural communication, trade, the rise of China and Australia's relations with the US, Asia and the Pacific Islands. You can pursue your interests by choosing two of these majors: Global Politics and Peace – You will engage with the most challenging issues of the 21st century, from the 9/11 attacks signalling the age of globalised terrorism, tackling civil war via conflict resolution, weathering the Global Financial Crisis, Brexit's impact on European regionalism, populist trends undermining democracy, to the implications of China's rising power, Trump's presidency, and the COVID-19 pandemic for international relations. Human Futures and Global Challenges – You will examine an eclectic mix of topics, from communications and literature, to geography, indigenous and peace studies, sociology and studies in religion. The concerns in this major will ultimately determine the future of humanity such as the clash of civilisations, mitigating climate change, food insecurity and natural disasters, as well as managing the world refugee crisis and the diabolical challenges posed by megacities. International Business - In this major, you will gain an introduction to key issues in contemporary economics and business studies. The core program covers macroeconomics and international political economy, including the key economies of India and China. You can also choose electives such as cross-cultural communication and management, international finance, professional skills, Indigenous development, and small business and digital marketing. International Law – This major allows you to examine topics of global significance including the development of treaties, navigating trade wars, human rights advocacy at the United Nations; wildlife trafficking; global governance of water, mining, fisheries and forests; maritime security notably the South China sea dispute; and combating the nefarious underworld of transnational crime. Languages and Cultures – You can pursue a language and its culture to an advanced level (Chinese, French, German, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese or Spanish). This typically includes an exploration of that country’s history, literature and film, as well as the option of an in-country language unit. All students have the option of an exchange trimester overseas, studying at one of UNE's partner universities in North America, Europe or Asia. This gives you valuable in-country experience that is highly regarded by employers. UNE is Australia’s oldest regional university and a pioneer in the delivery of distance education. Year after year, students award us 5-star ratings for Overall Experience and Student Support in The Good Universities Guide , so no matter whether you choose to study online or on campus, you are in very good hands. What makes our course different? UNE’s Bachelor of International Studies enables you to establish or enhance your career and make a difference in the world via your vocation and as an engaged citizen. A myriad of opportunities will be open to you upon graduation. During the course, you will get to: Complete your studies on campus or completely online, at home in your own time. Fit study in with your life, enrolling in anywhere between 1 and 4 units per trimester. Adjust your study load up or down to suit your changing needs. Have the option to travel overseas and get credit towards your degree by studying at one of our partner universities. Take the opportunity to progress to the Bachelor of International Studies with Honours , where you can complete advanced coursework and a research thesis on a topic of your interest. Majors Global Politics and Peace Human Futures and Global Challenges International Business International Law Languages and Cultures Study online Most of our students choose to study online across three study periods with 24/7 tutor support* and fit study around work and family commitments. Uniquely, our online students are mostly over 30 and bring valuable experience with them. They form a community of adults juggling the same challenges and priorities and who bring their life and work experience together at UNE in order to become future-fit and better respond to a rapidly changing world. Study on campus Many of our students choose to take advantage of the on-campus lifestyle in Armidale, in the beautiful New England region, with access to unparalleled support, accommodation and sporting facilities. These students are often starting their first degree and have left school recently. Through access to academic and career support they get a fantastic start to their careers.
Where You Can Study
Sydney
211 Church St, Parramatta, NSW 2150
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Career & Study Pathways
Quality & Recognition
Academic Regulator
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AccreditedCommon Questions
The Bachelor of International Studies at the University of New England has a duration of 159 weeks as listed on the CRICOS registry.
The estimated total course cost for international students is AU$96,440, comprising AU$91,440 in tuition fees and AU$5,000 in non-tuition fees.
The Bachelor of International Studies falls under the broad field of Society and Culture (09), with a narrow field of Studies in Human Society (0903) and a detailed field of Studies in Human Society, not elsewhere classified (090399).
To be eligible for extended Post-Study Work Rights, a course must meet several criteria including being a Skills Level 1 qualification (which this bachelor degree qualifies as), having a duration of 92 weeks or greater (this course is 159 weeks), and having its narrow Field of Education align with the Skills Level 1 priority list, among other requirements. Eligibility is reviewed yearly and requires at least one active enrolment at the time of review.
The Bachelor of International Studies is delivered at the University of New England's campus in Armidale, New South Wales, which is owned and operated by the provider under CRICOS Provider Code 00003G.
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