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International Relations

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Overview

  • Understand the forces shaping our world by exploring global systems, diplomacy, foreign policy, and the roles of states, organisations, and individuals in international affairs.
  • Examine critical global issues such as war, peace, human rights, sustainable development, and security through diverse theoretical lenses and real-world case studies.
  • Build essential skills in critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving to analyse complex global challenges and contribute to informed, ethical global engagement.

Career outcomes

As a graduate, you will be equipped to work in areas such as:

  • international business
  • foreign affairs
  • government analysis
  • foreign aid work
  • foreign trade
  • research and development.

Graduates of this degree have worked in overseas aid projects, as imagery and signals intelligence analysts in Australia, teaching English as a second language overseas, as counterterrorism advisors in Australia, and helping asylum seekers in the Pacific.

What you'll study

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This final-year project course gives you the opportunity to work directly on projects designed to build a work-ready portfolio. Students choose one (1) of the following.
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Relevant degrees for this major

Bachelor of Arts

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Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Business

Combine business with specialised study areas like journalism or social justice. Customise your degree, gain industry experience, and graduate career-ready with two qualifications—saving time and boosting your employability with versatile skills and professional connections

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Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws

Explore a dynamic double degree that blends science with arts to broaden your career horizons. Tailor your studies to your interests and graduate with versatile, in-demand skills for roles in education, research, policy, communication, and beyond.

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Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science

Pursue a flexible double degree combining science and arts to unlock careers in education, research, policy, and more. Choose from diverse majors and graduate with strong analytical, research, and communication skills valued across industries. Why not combine Photojournalism with Wildlife Management, or Criminology with Biomedical Science?

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Bachelor of Communication and Creative Industries

Study core communication, media, and creative subjects, develop strategic and problem-solving skills, explore interdisciplinary majors, build leadership and collaboration abilities. Expand your learning and life experience with the opportunity to study abroad for global experience.

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Diploma of Arts

The Diploma of Arts offers a flexible introduction to university study, allowing you to pursue your passion and tailor your education to your career goals. Benefit from career connections and flexible study options while gaining valuable, transferrable skills sought by employers.

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