Course Overview

About This Course

Adaptive global leaders and creative problem-solvers are some of the most sought-after graduates of the next decade. From government and business to public health and tech, employers are seeking graduates with the global insight and foresight necessary to solve complex problems and connect across borders. In the Bachelor of International Studies students work with industry leaders, research experts, and local and global communities to co-create the future of societies and workplaces. The program blends humanities expertise with cross-discipline skills and tools, including business and STEMM, and hands-on problem solving opportunities. Students will analyse global systems, anticipate future challenges, learn to lead across contexts, and develop ethical and creative approaches to thriving within the technology-driven change we face. Whether helping build international partnerships, guiding digital transformations, supporting corporate social responsibility, or facilitating clear communication between governments and communities, this degree equips graduates to lead through change. At the end of the degree, students will have a portfolio of real-world accomplishments, a network that spans across sectors and borders, and the adaptive mindset employers rank as the top skill for the future. If you want to drive innovation and turn complexity into opportunity, this is your launchpad.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Sydney

Levels 23 & 24, 123 Pitt St, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Student Information

Fees & Entry by Student Type

International Students

Tuition Fee

AUD $45,400 per year

Duration

Full time: 3 years

Intakes

Session 1 | Session 2

Study Mode

Full-time

Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Domestic students:

Selection rank (ATAR) of 75, or an approved equivalent

International students:

Selection rank (ATAR) of 75, or an approved overseas equivalent
IELTS (Academic) overall band 6.5 with minimum sub-scores: listening 6, reading 6, writing 6, speaking 6, or an approved equivalent
CRICOS-registered course - a valid student visa is required to study on campus

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

The Bachelor of International Studies is designed to give students a wide-ranging toolkit of skills which are adaptable to multiple situations, fostering an understanding of how to solve communication problems, mediate between distinct groups, create concrete plans for thriving in change, and draw upon a diverse range of approaches to solve issues.
By building students' confidence in these areas through hands-on simulations, the degree also ensures that these skills are not theoretical, but ones they can actively apply to tackle issues facing contemporary societies, industries, and government bodies.
Furthermore, through the combination of double degrees, the degree also assists in providing a more humanities and human-focused skill set to flesh out the talents developed in these degrees, creating well-rounded graduates who are able to apply a range of approaches to solving issues across the changing landscapes that these degrees straddle.
Career options for students graduating with a Bachelor of International Studies (along with certain double degree combinations) include:
Local/Government agencies
Transnational businesses, finance, & corporations
Project management
Outreach & engagement
Research
Diversity coordinator
Advertising
Human resources
International relations (including student support at Universities)
Consulting
Communications industries
Social media manager
Community development and support
Immigration/Migration law
Intelligence & analytics
Media/Journalism
Marketing
Risk management
Tourism
International relations/diplomacy
International and community law
Education (including student support at universities)

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units10 units

N000309

Global Leadership and Communication

N000310

Humans and Emerging Technologies

INTS1001

Grand Challenges and Systems Thinking

INTS1002

Unlearning Culture: Myths, People, and Change

INTS1003

Understanding Global Systems: Power and Governance

INTS1004

Ways of Knowing: Interdisciplinary Thinking for Global Challenges

INTS2002

Strategic Communication and Cultural Narratives

INTS2003

Cultural Intelligence and Problem Solving

INTS3001

Intercultural Immersion

INTS3002

PACE: Global Futures Challenge Lab

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What HSC English results do I need to apply for the Bachelor of International Studies at Macquarie University?

You need a minimum Band 5 in English Standard or English as an Additional Language or Dialect, a minimum Band 4 in English Advanced, or a minimum E2 in English Extension 1 or English Extension 2.

Do I need to meet any additional subject requirements beyond English for entry into this degree?

Yes, in addition to the English requirement, you must also achieve at least Band 4 in any other Category A HSC subject, or at least E2 in any other Extension subject.

Can I use English as an Additional Language or Dialect (EAL/D) to meet the English entry requirement?

Yes, a minimum Band 5 in HSC English as an Additional Language or Dialect is accepted as meeting the English entry requirement for the Bachelor of International Studies at Macquarie University.

Application

How to Apply

Three simple steps to get enrolled

Step 01

Enquire

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Step 02

Submit Documents

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Step 03

Get Enrolled

Receive your offer letter and confirm your enrolment. Welcome to the course!

Processing time: Offer letter issued within approximately 1 business days.

Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $60,000 to $75,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $75,000 to $95,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $95,000 to $130,000 per year

Career Paths

Diplomat / Foreign Service OfficerPolicy Officer – Foreign Affairs and TradeInternational Development AdviserIntelligence AnalystPolitical Risk Analyst

Key Skills

Critical analysis of international political events and trendsResearch and synthesis of complex policy informationPersuasive written and oral communicationCross-cultural communication and negotiationUnderstanding of international law and treaties

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