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Bachelor of Arts in International Studies/Bachelor of Commerce (818AA.4)
Please note these are the 2015 details for this course
| Selection rank | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
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| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | UAC code |
| Faculty of Arts and Design | School of Arts and Communications Canberra Business School |
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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.
| Academic entry requirements | Delivery mode | Location | Duration |
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| 4.0 years | |||
| Faculty | Discipline(s) | Available teaching periods | CRICOS code |
| Faculty of Arts and Design | School of Arts and Communications Canberra Business School |
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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.
The combined bachelor's degree in International Studies/Commerce aims to provide graduates with a professional qualification in business and the skills to solve problems within a multi-disciplinary and international environment. The Bachelor of Arts in International Studies allows students to attain intercultural understandings and conceptual knowledge of international issues. Foreign language study provides in-depth cultural insight and an enhanced ability to function at an international level. It investigates the interplay of cultural, political and economic forces in the global arena. A highly recommended international exchange semester provides first-hand international experience. Bachelor of Commerce students specialise in one of the following areas: Accounting, Banking & Financial Services, Business Administration, Economics, Financial Planning, Human Resource Management, Information Systems, International Business, Marketing Management, Public Sector Management, or Tourism Management. Students who wish to take out a single degree in the BA International Studies only will be able to do so upon completion of the academic requirements for that degree. To ensure the single degree course can be completed in the minimum time of six semesters for a single degree, students must seek the advice of the course convener during the first year of their study.
Professional accreditation
Not applicable to the Bachelor of Arts in International Studies.
For the Bachelor of Commerce, the University has professional accreditation as follows:Accounting - from CPA Australia and The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia Banking and Finance - from the Financial Services Institute of Australia Financial Planning - from the Australia Securities and Investment Commission and the Financial Planning Association.
Attainment of the published ATAR or its equivalent of either the Bachelor of Arts in International Studies or the Bachelor of Commerce (whichever is higher).
Assumed knowledge
Refer to assumed knowledge entries for individual courses. Students should note the assumed knowledge requirements for individual majors when choosing a program of study.
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 Arts in International Studies/Bachelor of Commerce (818AA) | 96 credit points
Anarchy and Order in International Relations (8166) | 3 credit points — Level 2
International Studies Field Research (8670) | 3 credit points — Level 3
Note:
- From Semester 1 2018 unit 5617 Accounting for Managers is no longer offered. Students complete unit 11009 Business Decision Making instead.
Note:
- From Semester 1 2018 students not completing the major in Marketing, Marketing Management or Business Administration, may choose to complete an Open Elective unit in lieu of 6357 Intro to Marketing.
- Commerce students seeking accreditation by professional Accounting bodies or the Financial Planning Assoc must pass Intro to Economics & (Accounting for Managers or Business Decision Making).
Problem Analysis and Statistics (8732) | 3 credit points — Level 1
- Note: 8172 Creativity & Critique and 8132 Influence, Belief & Argument may count in lieu of these units.
Note:
- Students in Bachelor of Human Resource Management courses must select 6354 Managing Human Resources as their Restricted Choice unit.
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
Problem Analysis and Statistics (8732)
Year 2
Semester 1
Semester 2
Anarchy and Order in International Relations (8166)
Year 3
Semester 1
MJ0240 Restricted Choice Unit
Two Commerce Major Units
Year 4
Semester 1
Two Commerce Major Units
International Studies Field Research (8670)
Semester 2
Two Commerce Major Units
Course duration
Eight semesters full time or equivalent. Maximum twenty semesters.
Majors
- Major in International Studies (Restricted) (18cp) (MJ0240)
- Major in Information Systems (MJ0059)
- Major in Economics (Restricted) (MJ0037)
- Major in Accounting (Restricted) (24cp) (MJ0191)
- Major in International Business (Restricted) (MJ0067)
- Major in Human Resource Management (Restricted) (MJ0052)
- Minor in Business Foundation (MN0145)
- Major in Banking & Financial Services (Restricted) (MJ0012)
- Major in Business Administration (MJ0135)
- Minor in Human Rights and Social Justice (MN0132)
- Major in Marketing Management (Restricted) (MJ0088)
- Major in Public Sector Management (MJ0190)
- Major in Financial Planning (Restricted) (MJ0041)
- Major in Tourism Management (MJ0123)
Awards
| Award | Official abbreviation |
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| Bachelor of Arts in International Studies | BA IntlSt |
| Bachelor of Commerce | BCom |
Honours
Refer to individual courses.
Related courses
- Bachelor of Arts in International Studies (793AA)
- Bachelor of Arts in International Studies (698AA)
- Bachelor of Commerce (762AA)
Enquiries
| Student category | Contact details |
|---|---|
| Prospective Students | Email: study@canberra.edu.au Ph: 1800 UNI CAN (1800 864 226) |
| Current and Commencing Students | Email: FAD.Student@canberra.edu.au Ph: 1300 301 727 |
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