Bachelor
Go beyond theory by identifying solutions to global challenges in this degree. A La Trobe Bachelor of International Relations encourages critical thinking while building your knowledge of law, politics and social science.
You'll develop an understanding of global issues, get skills and experience through overseas exchange, language studies and internships.
This degree explores power in political, social and cultural contexts. By analysing multinational corporations, non-government and government organisations, you'll build an understanding of international affairs. Your subjects will cover areas like culture and globalisation, democracies and dictatorships, and Australia as a global nation.
By examining power, sovereignty, security and political science through real-world examples, you'll gain knowledge of international trade, foreign affairs, diplomacy and conflict. You'll also study the historical contexts and social theories behind these areas, with an emphasis on 21st century law, economics and the state.
Along with developing your critical thinking, research and communication skills, you'll also have the chance to put these skills into practice. You'll be encouraged to study overseas at one of our overseas partner universities, which can help you decide on your major area of study and build your career network. You'll also have the opportunity to undertake an internship in Australia or overseas that's tailored to your career aspirations.
We encourage language studies and work placements throughout your degree. These can also contribute to your major and give you a deeper understanding of a geographical region or topic area.
The qualification awarded on graduation is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) as Level 7 - Bachelor Degree.
Please note, the following course structure is indicative and subject to change depending on your course location, offer year or how you tailor your course with specialisations, majors, minors and electives. Structures for the following year are not normally finalised until October, so the sample provided is based on the most recently approved structure. For more information, please refer to the La Trobe University Handbook.
To qualify for the award of Bachelor of International Relations, students must complete a total of 360 credit points across 3 years.
Year 1 requires the completion of 120 credit points including:
Year 2 requires the completion of 120 credit points including:
Year 3 requires the completion of 120 credit points including:
Core subjects are required subjects in your course. You need to complete these subjects to attain your degree.
Subject name Subject code Year Credit points ACADEMIC INTEGRITY MODULE LTU0AIM 1 0 WOMINJEKA LA TROBE: INDIGENOUS CULTURAL LITERACY FOR HIGHER EDUCATION ABS0WOM 1 0 BACHELOR OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS INDUCTION SEMINAR POL1ISP 1 15 STATES, SECURITY AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS POL1SNS 1 15
A range of standalone elective subjects is available in this course. Some electives are recommended for your course, but you may also be able to choose from a range of University-wide electives or electives from other interest areas or disciplines. Note these electives may have their own prerequisites and other requirements. Please refer to the La Trobe University Handbook for the subjects available.
Core choice subjects are one or more subject groups you need to select in your course. Core choice subjects may be specific to your course, major, minor, specialisation or other learning requirements.
Subject name Subject code Year Credit points DELIBERATION, PARTICIPATION, STATECRAFT POL2DPS 2 15 INTERNATIONAL LAW AND ORGANISATIONS POL2IOL 2 15 THEORIES OF WORLD POLITICS POL2TWP 2 15
Capstone subjects are required subjects in your course or major that help you integrate and apply the knowledge and skills you gain to solve real world problems. Capstone subjects are often taken towards the end of your course.
Subject name Subject code Year Credit points ISSUES IN WORLD POLITICS POL3IPP 3 15The Handbook contains detailed course information designed for enrolled students, including course structures, electives and options. The delivery of this course can vary between campuses.
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Your studies may lead you to career opportunities in government - in foreign affairs, trade or defence or inter-governmental agencies like the United Nations and the World Health Organisation, or international organisations like Oxfam and Amnesty International.