Contemporary International Studies

If you want to discover Australia's place in the world and the way it interacts with the contemporary realm then this could be the degree for you.

The Bachelor of Arts (Contemporary International Studies) draws from a range of subjects including history, international relations, languages, cultural studies and politics, giving you a broad perspective on current issues in the world and how these impact on Australia and its international relations. This degree will give you an edge in this competitive industry and is particularly useful when studied in conjunction with studies in business or law.

As part of this degree, you will be encouraged to consider spending a semester studying abroad.

Program structure

COMBINATION 1

Courses to be studiedUnits

Core courses4

plus 1 x 12-unit Interdisciplinary Major 12

plus 1 x 8-unit Major 8 

Total24

COMBINATION 2

Courses to be studiedUnits

Core courses4

plus 1 x 12-unit Interdisciplinary Major12

plus 2 x 4-unit Minor8

or 1 x 4-unit Minor plus 4 x Electives

or 8 x Electives

Total24

Course codeCourse name

Core courses

CMS1000Communication and Scholarship

EDC2200Indigenous Perspectives

HMT1000History of Western Ideas

HMT2000Ethical Issues and Human Rights

Contemporary International Studies:

HMT3001Independent Study Project A

 OR

HMT3002Independent Study Project B

 plus four from the following:

HIS1003World History Since 1500CE

INR1000International Relations in a Globalizing Era

INR1001Global Transitions and Human Security

POL1000Government, Business and Society

IND1000Indonesian 1A

 or

LAC1001Language Survival Skills

IND2000Indonesian 1B

 OR

LAC1002Language, Peoples and Places 

plus eight from the following:

HIS2005Europe: History of an Idea

HIS3002The Twentieth Century1

HIS3003Contemporary America2

HIS3004Approaches To History

INR2000Issues in a Globalizing World

INR2002Contemporary Issues in Asia

INR3000Australian Foreign Relations 

INR3002Nationalism and Revolution in Southeast Asia2 

INR3003War and Terrorism: Introduction to Strategic Studies 

INR3004Change in Contemporary China 

POL2000Political and Economic Ideas 

POL2001Politics and International Business 

POL3013Sustainability and Politics 

IND2021Intermediate Indonesian A

 OR

LAC2001Language, Culture and Custom 

IND2022Intermediate Indonesian B

 OR

LAC2002Language, History and Identity 

Footnotes

1 Offered in even-numbered years (2014 etc).
2 Offered in odd-numbered years (2013 etc).

Entry requirements

• Year 12 English (4 SA) or equivalent

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

OP/Rank

The 2014 OP/Rank for this program is: 16/64

International entry requirements

English Language Requirements

Domestic and international students from a non-English speaking background are required to satisfy English Language requirements. This program requires a minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent.

If you do not meet the English language requirements you may apply to study a University-approved English language program.

Pre-requisites

Year 12 Senior Certificate or equivalent from a recognised institution. Find your country's level of qualificationand minimum entry requirements for this program.

Want to improve your English level for admission?

Prepare for the program requirements with English Online by the British Council.

• ✔️ Flexible study schedule
• ✔️ Experienced teachers
• ✔️ Certificate upon completion

📘 Recommended for students with an IELTS level of 6.0 or below.

Enroll in the course

You may be able to apply for scholarships to help with your study costs.