Course Overview

About This Course

This is a broadly based, inter-disciplinary four-year double degree offering flexibility and choice within a wide range of offerings in the social sciences, as well as studies of International Relations and Asian Studies and an Asian language. This degree seeks to equip you with all the interdisciplinary and specialist skills and knowledge that you will need on entering the workforce or on proceeding to advanced study. There is a core of 11 subjects offering an introduction to the humanities and a solid grounding in the social sciences. You can choose a major from the social sciences; a major in International Relations and Asian Studies, and a minor in an Asian language. The double degree provides a wide base for understanding issues in the complex, culturally diverse and ever-changing social and international environment of the 21st century both in Australia and Asia.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Parramatta South Campus, Western Sydney University, Parramatta NSW

Level 4, 255 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW 2000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

UAC code for Parramatta South: 724523
UAC code for Bankstown City: 724522
Minimum selection rank: 60 (both campuses)
Domestic students must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or hold a permanent humanitarian visa

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

The degree seeks to produce graduates with a broad, liberal education with the skills to mediate between Australia and the world in general and Asia in particular through political, economic, commercial, cultural, diplomatic and strategic links. It equips graduates with all the interdisciplinary and specialist skills and knowledge needed on entering the workforce or on proceeding to advanced study. Career pathways include roles in Australian government, business, and society engaging with the states and peoples of Asia, as well as human services (with a focus on children and families), disability care, rights and services, and urban planning.

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What majors can I choose from in this double degree?

You can choose from 9 majors: International Studies, Anthropology, Child and Community, Criminology, Disability Studies, Geography and Urban Studies, Heritage and Tourism, Peace and Development Studies, and Sociology.

How long does it take to complete the Bachelor of International Studies / Bachelor of Social Science?

The program takes 4 years to complete full time, and is also available part time. Next start dates are 20 July 2026, 01 March 2027, and 19 July 2027.

Which campuses is this double degree offered at?

This double degree is offered at Parramatta South Campus (UAC code 724523) and Bankstown City Campus (UAC code 724522), both with a selection rank of 60.

What is the International Studies major about?

The International Studies major is designed to meet the needs of Australian government, business and society to engage the states and peoples of Asia at all levels. It provides students with the opportunity to study contemporary Asia, as well as the rich and diverse histories, politics, cultures and languages of Asian countries and international issues affecting Australia's interests and role in the region and in the world at large. Students are encouraged to undertake a sub-major in an Asian language in conjunction with the major.

What are the indicative annual fees for this course?

The indicative annual domestic student fee starts from $11,885. The program code is 1807 and the CRICOS code is 086124K.

Application

How to Apply

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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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