Studying a Bachelor of International Studies

Short Answer: The Bachelor of International Studies is a new degree that combines the study of international politics with history, language and culture.

A degree in International Studies is your first step on a journey of global understanding. It will equip you with the expertise to effectively understand and work on international matters that cross linguistic, geographical and disciplinary boundaries. 

You’ll gain insights into the multifaceted nature of global affairs and graduate with a finely tuned understanding of the world you’re working in. 

Short Answer: This degree will delve into global politics, history, culture and language, plus give you practical experience in tackling international issues. 

You’ll choose a major from the International Studies stream, plus a minor or a second major. As part of this degree, you’ll get to undertake language units in a language of your choice. 

You can look forward to exploring and unravelling questions of conflict and justice, state and non-state actors, and the nature and operations of international institutions. You’ll also engage with diverse perspectives and cultures by immersing yourself in case studies across a range of regions and language communities. 

These study topics will broaden your worldview and equip you with the global awareness and intercultural communication skills required to become a modern leader for positive change. 

Short Answer: With a broad and high-sought-after skill set, you can look forward to an international career in a large range of areas. 

A Bachelor of International Studies can put you on the path to highly influential positions as a diplomat, embassy officer, policy advisor, international consultant, trade negotiator, human rights advocate, defence advisor, community development program manager or foreign aid worker. 

Short Answer: Do you have an international outlook and want to make a difference in the world? Then this is the degree for you. 

We want you to feel prepared to navigate the complexities of our interconnected world.  That’s why at the heart of this degree is a commitment to fostering global citizenship and understanding.  We can help broaden your perspective on global humanities and politics and equip you with the skills necessary to become a thoughtful and effective leader. 

Short Answer: Yes! We encourage our students to undertake study overseas during their degrees. 

You have the choice of studying at one of 250 partner institutions in more than 40 countries worldwide through the Sydney Global Mobility program. Take your pick from the likes of France, China, Singapore, India, the United Kingdom, the United States, Canada, Sweden and more.

Short Answer: We can help you expand your horizons even further with a wide range of postgraduate study options available. 

After graduating with a degree in International Studies, you could go on to study a master's degree in areas including international relations, cross-cultural and applied linguistics, international studies, political economy, public policy, social justice and more.