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Swinburne University of Technology

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Bachelor of Social Science With a Major in Security and International Relations

  • Bachelor

If you think global, and have set your sights on a career in foreign affairs, trade or international business, then Swinburne's degree in International Relations and Security should be your next step.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
3 years full-time
Study Mode
Online
Intake Months
Mar, Jul, Nov

About this course

If you think global, and have set your sights on a career in foreign affairs, trade or international business, then Swinburne's degree in International Relations and Security should be your next step.

This degree will immerse you in the complex issues that surround security, international trade and global diplomacy. Topics include Australia's foreign policy and partnerships, the role of the United Nations, and the evolution of global politics and human rights. You will hone your critical thinking skills and learn how to approach issues from a range of perspectives.

Our graduates have a thorough understanding of domestic and international political issues, and skills that they can apply in both private and government roles anywhere in the world.

Entry requirements

Completion or partial completion of an approved tertiary qualification (including diplomas, advanced diplomas, associate degrees and degrees). Additional performance criteria and prerequisite requirements may also apply.

Students admitted to the course with prior tertiary studies that satisfy part of the academic requirements of this course may be eligible for academic credit of up to 16 units.

Applicants without a formal qualification but with significant and relevant work experience and appropriate English language skills, or a suitable Special Tertiary Admissions Test (STAT) result, will be considered if they can demonstrate that they can undertake the course with a reasonable prospect of success.

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The University may determine selection criteria and restrictions in respect of courses to apply in addition to these entry requirements.

Study locations

Off-Campus

Online

What you will learn

International Relations

Explore the role of the United Nations and the problems associated with global governance.

International Politics

Gain an understanding of the major institutions, events and issues in international politics.

History, Politics and Human Rights

Reflect on international framework of Human Rights from an historical and political perspective.

Australian Foreign Policy

Explore Australia's foreign policy and strategic international security partnerships.

War and Peace

Learn about the evolution of global politics since World War II.

Career pathways

International Trade Affairs Officer

Provide assistance and advice on treaties and international law matters.

Policy Advisor

Advise government departments on issues relating to security and foreign affairs.

Risk Analyst

Conduct specialist risk analyses of key national operations.

Defence Career Progression

This degree can help people already working in Defence to advance their degree.

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Humanities, Culture & Social Sciences courses at Swinburne University of Technology.
87.1%
Overall satisfaction
83.2%
Skill scale
79.9%
Teaching scale
63.3%
Employed full-time
$60.5k
Average salary