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Bachelor of Politics and International Relations (124JA.2)
Please note these are the 2017 details for this course
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
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| 70 | On campus |
3.0 years | |
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
| Faculty of Business, Government & Law | Canberra School of Politics, Economics and Society |
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| Fees | English language requirements | AQF level | |
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English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Selection rank
The selection rank is the minimum ATAR plus adjustment factors required for admission to the program in the previous year. This is an indicative guide only as ranks change each year depending on demand.
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Students enrolled in a Commonwealth Support Place (CSP) are required to make a contribution towards the cost of their education, which is set by the Commonwealth Government. Information on Commonwealth Supported Places, HECS-HELP and how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
AQF Level
University of Canberra qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
- Level 5 - Diploma
- Level 6 - Associate Degree
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Level 8 - Bachelor Honours Degree OR Graduate Certificate OR Graduate Diploma
- Level 9 - Masters Degree
- Level 10 - Doctoral Degree
| Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| On campus |
3.0 years | ||
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Business, Government & Law | Canberra School of Politics, Economics and Society |
068975E | |
| Fees | English language requirements | AQF level | |
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View requirements | 7 | |
Fees disclaimer
Annual fee rates
The fees shown are the annual fee rates for the course. The annual rate is the fee that applies to standard full-time enrolment, which is 24 credit points. The final fee charged is based on the proportion of 24 credit points in which a student enrols. Information on how fees are calculated can be found here.
Please note: Course fees are assessed annually and are subject to change.
Delivery mode
Blended: Mixture of online and on campus units are available.
On campus: Units are delivered on campus.
Online: All units are online.
Online Plus: Units are available online, except where attendance at a physical location is required for placement or professional accreditation.
English language requirements
An IELTS Academic score of 6.0 overall, with no band score below 6.0 (or equivalent).
Location
All course material is developed and delivered via the location listed. Online units do not require on campus attendance.
Academic entry requirements
To study at UC, you’ll need to meet our academic entry requirements and any admission requirements specific to your course. Please read your course admission requirements below. To find out whether you meet UC’s academic entry requirements, visit our academic entry requirements page.
AQF level
University of Canberra qualifications are recognised under the Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF).
- Level 5 - Diploma
- Level 6 - Associate Degree
- Level 7 - Bachelor Degree
- Level 8 - Bachelor Honours Degree OR Graduate Certificate OR Graduate Diploma
- Level 9 - Masters Degree
- Level 10 - Doctoral Degree
Understand the world around you and learn to contribute responsibly
Delve into the inner workings of differing political institutions around the world and explore the complex field of how nations interact. You can be assured that you will receive a broad and up-to-date education in the range of contemporary topics including governance, public policy, public administration, national security and border control. And, also undertake two majors in politics and international relations and governance and policy.
Study a Bachelor of Politics and International Relations at UC and you will:
- learn about politics and international relations from both a historical and contemporary context
- develop an advanced understanding of the disciplinary perspectives of politics and international relations
- understand political institutions and processes such as how to operate at a national level, political practices, governance and policy, national security and border control
- understand political institutions at an international level including foreign policy, implications of globalisation and post-globalisation
- develop competence in a range of research methods and analytical techniques
- enhance your critical thinking, communication and problem solving abilities
- choose an elective major from a wide range of options including political communication, international studies, international business and national security studies.
Career opportunities
- State and federal government
- National and international business
- Intelligence community
- Diplomatic service
- Foreign affairs
Course specific information
If you don’t meet the entry requirements for this course you can apply for a Bachelor of Management with a major in government and politics. You’ll then have the option of transferring at the end of first year if your grade average is strong.
Normal UC admission requirements to an undergraduate course.
Additional admission requirements
Security check for the National Security internships.
Assumed knowledge
No knowledge is assumed for this course.
Periods course is open for new admissions
This course is not open for new admissions.
Credit arrangements
There are currently no formal credit transfer arrangements for entry to this course. Any previous study or work experience will only be considered as part of the application process in accordance with current course rules and university policy.
Bachelor of Politics and International Relations (124JA) | 72 credit points
Note:
- From 2018 students should take unit 8296 Introduction to Politics & Government instead of unit 6606. Students who are already required to take 8296 in their course may select an Open Elective instead.
Note:
- 1. Unit 8730 Problem Evaluation and Resolution was replaced by unit 5123 Business Statistics or 9522 Business Research Methods from 2016.
- 2. Students enrolled in the Bachelor of Commerce at Bruce campus not undertaking an Accounting, Banking & Finance or Financial Planning major can substitute 5123 with 9522 Business Research Methods
Problem Analysis and Statistics (8732) | 3 credit points — Level 1
Violence, the Nation-State and Terrorism (6603) | 3 credit points — Level 3
- Elective Major Options: Highly recommended majors include Political Communication, International Studies or National Security.
- Unit Levels: In selecting electives students should note that no more than 30 credit points at Level 1 is permitted for the entire course.
Note:- Must pass 18 credit points from anywhere in the University, as a major, a minor and/or as individual units.
- Students may choose to complete elective units under the International Study Abroad Program (www.canberra.edu.au/study-abroad/travel-os)
In addition to course requirements, in order to successfully complete your course you must meet the inherent requirements. Please refer to the inherent requirements statement applicable to your course
UC - Canberra, Bruce
Year 1
Semester 1
Semester 2
Summer Term
Two Open Elective Units
Year 2
Semester 1
Restricted Choice Unit
Semester 2
Summer Term
Two Open Elective Units
Winter Term
Minor in Business & Government Foundation (G&P) Restricted Choice Unit
Open Elective Unit
Year 1
Semester 1
Semester 2
Winter Term
Two Open Elective Units
Year 2
Semester 1
Restricted Choice Unit
Two Open Elective Units
Semester 2
Winter Term
Two Open Elective Units
Year 3
Semester 1
Minor in Business & Government Foundation (G&P) Restricted Choice Unit
Year 1
Semester 1
Problem Analysis and Statistics (8732)
Semester 2
Year 2
Semester 1
MJ0189 Two Restricted Choice Units
Two Open Elective Units
Semester 2
MJ0189 Restricted Choice Unit
Open Elective Unit
Year 3
Semester 1
Open Elective Unit
MN0144 Restricted Choice Part B Unit
MN0144 Restricted Choice Unit
Year 1
Semester 1
Problem Analysis and Statistics (8732)
Year 2
Semester 1
Restricted Choice Unit
MJ0189 Restricted Choice Unit
Semester 2
MJ0189 Two Restricted Choice Units
Year 3
Semester 1
Semester 2
MN0144 Restricted Choice Unit
MN0144 Restricted Choice Part B Unit
Two Open Elective Units
Year 1
Semester 1
Year 2
Year 3
Semester 1
Restricted Choice Unit
Semester 2
Two Open Elective Units
Minor in Business & Government Foundation (G&P) Restricted Choice Unit
Year 1
Semester 1
Problem Analysis and Statistics (8732)
Year 2
Semester 1
Restricted Choice Unit
MJ0189 Two Restricted Choice Units
Open Elective Unit
Semester 2
MJ0189 Restricted Choice Unit
Open Elective Unit
Year 3
Semester 2
MN0144 Restricted Choice Unit
MN0144 Restricted Choice Part B Unit
Two Open Elective Units
Year 1
Semester 1
Year 2
Semester 1
Restricted Choice Unit
Three Open Elective Units
Year 3
Semester 1
Open Elective Unit
Semester 2
Minor in Business & Government Foundation (G&P) Restricted Choice Unit
Two Open Elective Units
Year 1
Year 2
Semester 1
Problem Analysis and Statistics (8732)
Open Elective Unit
Semester 2
Open Elective Unit
Year 3
Semester 1
MJ0189 Two Restricted Choice Units
Restricted Choice Unit
Open Elective Unit
Semester 2
MN0144 Restricted Choice Part B Unit
MJ0189 Restricted Choice Unit
Open Elective Unit
MN0144 Restricted Choice Unit
Year 4
Year 1
Year 2
Semester 1
Year 3
Semester 1
Three Open Elective Units
Restricted Choice Unit
Semester 2
Minor in Business & Government Foundation (G&P) Restricted Choice Unit
Two Open Elective Units
Year 4
Semester 1
Open Elective Unit
Course duration
Standard six semesters full-time or equivalent. Maximum twenty semesters.
Learning outcomes
| Learning outcomes | Related graduate attributes |
|---|---|
| To provide an in-depth understanding of politics and international relations paying attention to both the historical and contemporary context. | Students will develop analytical and critical capacities as they engage with the complex issues relating to politics and international relations. Students will be encouraged to develop innovative solutions to problems facing society as they consider, for example, ethical and policy issues relating to politics in an international context. |
| Provide an advanced understanding of the disciplinary perspectives of politics and international relations. | Students will learn to appreciate the values that underpin relations between states and the democratic and non-democratic systems that underpin these. Students will be able to present arguments and ideas effectively and have the capacity to analyse and assess these arguments. |
| Provide an understanding of political institutions and processes and how they operate including, at the national level, institutions and practices of politics, governance and policy, national security and border control; and at the international level, foreign policy, international institutions and the implications of globalisation and post-globalisation. | Students will develop analytical and critical capacities as they engage with the complex issues relating to politics and international relations. Students will develop information literacy and numeracy and their competencies in the use of information as they engage wit the disciplinary perspectives and characteristic methods of enquiry of Politics and International Relations studies. Students will engage with complex ethical and political questions, strategic thinking, and problem solving as they study processes in politics and international relations. Students will learn to express knowledge, ideas and opinions in politics and international relations, both orally and in written form with confidence and clarity. Students will be able to select and use appropriate information and communication technology to retrieve, manipulate and present information. |
| Students will develop an understanding of and competence in a range of politics and international relations research methods and analytical techniques and the ability to apply these to research tasks. Students will develop generic skills and attributes that will equip students for success in professional life including critical thinking and professional ethics. | Students will develop information literacy and numeracy as they develop basic competency in a range of politics and international relations research methods. Students will develop an appreciation of research ethics and related questions of social responsibility. Students will develop problem solving skills and develop their capacity to work with others to create effective workplace relations. Students will develop as independent self-directed learners with the capacity and motivation for life-long learning and obtain personal attributes that will allow them to be independent thinkers and agents for change. Students will be confident in themselves and their own skills and knowledge. |
Majors
- Major in Politics and International Relations (Restricted) (MJ0189)
- Minor in Business and Government Foundation (MN0144)
- Minor in International Politics Foundation (MN0147)
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Politics and International Relations | B Politics&IntlRel |
Honours
High achieving students will be eligible to enrol in the fourth year Bachelor of Philosophy Honours program.
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
|---|---|
| Prospective Domestic Students | Email study@canberra.edu.au or Phone 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
| Prospective International Students | Email international@canberra.edu.au or Phone +61 2 6201 5342 |
| Current and Commencing Students | In person, Student Centre Building 1 (take a BGL Faculty course advice ticket) or Email bglstudent@canberra.edu.au |
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