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.
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.
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.
Explore the role of the United Nations and the problems associated with global governance.
International PoliticsGain an understanding of the major institutions, events and issues in international politics.
History, Politics and Human RightsReflect on international framework of Human Rights from an historical and political perspective.
Australian Foreign PolicyExplore Australia's foreign policy and strategic international security partnerships.
War and PeaceLearn about the evolution of global politics since World War II.
Provide assistance and advice on treaties and international law matters.
Policy AdvisorAdvise government departments on issues relating to security and foreign affairs.
Risk AnalystConduct specialist risk analyses of key national operations.
Defence Career ProgressionThis degree can help people already working in Defence to advance their degree.