Bachelor of Arts in International Studies/Bachelor of Commerce - 818AA
| Course Code: | 818AA |
|---|---|
| Course Version: | 4 |
| Location: | UC - Canberra, Bruce |
| Faculty: | Faculty of Arts and Design |
| Discipline(s): | School of Arts and Communications Canberra Business School |
| CRICOS Code: | 056106E |
| English Language Requirements: | Academic IELTS of 6.0 or equivalent, with no band score below 6.0 |
Introduction
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.
Admission Requirements
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.
Information on admission closing dates can be found here.
Course Requirements
Awards
| Award(s) | Official Abbreviation |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts in International Studies | BA IntlSt |
| Bachelor of Commerce | BCom |
Alternate Exit Awards
| Bachelor of Commerce | Bachelor of Arts in International Studies |
Typical Study Pattern
Please refer to the tab to view Course Requirements, check unit details and select Restricted Choice Units for the course. Please note not all units are offered in each teaching period.
Unit Delivery Modes
Delivery modes for units in this degree are yet to be confirmed. Please contact us for more details.
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.
Special Class Delivery Details
The Bachelor of Commerce provides a flexible program of studies in commerce.
Course Duration
Eight semesters full time or equivalent. Maximum twenty semesters.
Honours
Refer to individual courses.
International Exchange Opportunities
Depending on the course structure of the other degree, students will be advised which semester is most appropriate for students to go on exchange to a UC partner university overseas to further their studies.
UCC Pathway
Diploma of Business; Diploma of Business Extended; Diploma of International Studies; Diploma of International Studies Extended.
Offerings
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Past Offerings
- 2012->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2013->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2014->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2015->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2016->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2017->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2018->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2019->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
- 2020->UC - Canberra, Bruce-Internal
Enrolment Numbers
View the number of student enrolments for the previous full year. Please note that course numbers are indicative only and in no way reflect individual class sizes.