Bachelor of International Studies (Honours)

The Bachelor of International Studies (Honours) normally involves one additional year of study following the successful completion of a three-year undergraduate degree. It consists of 50% coursework and 50% research work, with the research component taking the form of a research thesis supervised by an academic employed in the Faculty of Arts, Social Sciences and Humanities.

To qualify for entry into Honours, students must have completed a bachelor's degree with an average of at least 75% across the major (or majors) in which the Honours degree will be undertaken, with the additional requirement of a Distinction in two of the 300-level subjects required by the major. Applicants are also required to complete a 500-word outline of the proposed thesis topic.

The Bachelor of International Studies (Honours) takes 1 year full-time, or a part-time equivalent. It is offered at the Wollongong campus with intakes in Autumn 2026 (starting 2 March 2026), Spring 2026 (starting 27 July 2026), and Autumn 2027 (starting 1 March 2027).

Yes, Honours research topics are various and negotiable. If you are really interested in a topic and want to find answers, you'll be encouraged and supported by expert staff. Students are encouraged to consult the Program Coordinator well in advance to seek approval for enrolment, discuss their program, and negotiate a thesis topic and supervisors.

Domestic students can apply through the Universities Admissions Centre (UAC) or directly to UOW. International students can apply via UOW Apply, and are encouraged to apply with the support of an approved UOW agent at no cost. For personalised assistance, contact the UOW Future Students Team by phone at 1300 367 869 (within Australia) or +61 2 4221 3218 (overseas), or email future-students@uow.edu.au.