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University of the Sunshine Coast (USC)

  • 20% international / 80% domestic

Bachelor of International Studies

  • Bachelor

Help understand and navigate the many challenges facing contemporary world order by studying an interdisciplinary program covering studies in human rights, environmental politics, media and international security.

Key details

Degree Type
Bachelor
Duration
3 years full-time
Course Code
AR323, 074096G
Study Mode
In person
Domestic Fees
$24,400 per year / $14,624 total
International Fees
$73,200 total
ATAR
51

About this course

Help understand and navigate the many challenges facing contemporary world order by studying an interdisciplinary program covering studies in human rights, environmental politics, media and international security.

In this program you will:

  • Learn the fundamentals of international institutions and global governance
  • Understand international human rights, international security, and the politics of the Asia-Pacific
  • Use your elective courses to specialise in a chosen area of interest
  • Develop strong critical analytic and communication skills as you research and present arguments on international politics
  • The opportunity to intern with government or NGOs

Entry requirements

Entry requirements

For entry into most USC undergraduate degree programs, you need to have completed a minimum level of education similar to successful completion of Australian Year 12 with good grades.

Further studies, for example, a semester or more at college or university, can also be considered for entry and may give you credit transfer towards a degree.

Some examples of upper secondary qualifications and a guide to the minimum grades that USC will consider are listed here. These are minimum requirements and do not guarantee entry. Some programs may require higher grades. Alternative qualifications may also be considered on a case by case basis.

If your qualification (grouped by country) is not listed, send the qualification transcripts with your application form to the International Office for assessment.

English language requirements

If English is not your first language, you also need to meet the minimum English language requirements for your chosen program. If you do not meet the minimum requirements, you may like to enrol in one of our English Language Programs.

Minimum entry threshold

Applicants must meet the minimum ATAR/Rank.

Location ATAR/Rank
Sunshine Coast 51.00
Recommended prior study
English

Study locations

Sunshine Coast

Career pathways

Career opportunities
  • Foreign affairs
  • Government
  • International business
  • International management
  • International marketing
  • Interpreting/translating
  • Media
  • Research
  • Teaching
  • Tourism

Graduate outcomes

Graduate satisfaction and employment outcomes for Humanities, Culture & Social Sciences courses at University of the Sunshine Coast (USC).
90.2%
Overall satisfaction
90.9%
Skill scale
87.6%
Teaching scale
46.6%
Employed full-time
$61.3k
Average salary