Bachelor of International Relations

The University of Adelaide (UoA)

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Qualification

3 Years

Course duration

6/30/2025

Start Date

US$26690

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In what ways is the world changing? What influence do we have? How can we reduce conflict? International relations is about interactions across oceans and borders. It examines the political and societal forces of international change. To study it is to delve into history, politics, economics, anthropology and law. What will you do? In our Bachelor of International Relations you can specialise in international security, global justice, human rights, global governance, rising powers, or global citizenship. In core studies you’ll: get to know key actors in global politics and the challenges they face consider relationships that involve power, authority, influence, conflict, cooperation, selfishness and altruism analyse political institutions and business-government relations learn about the history of globalisation and foreign-policy formation. You can also boost your employability and cross-cultural awareness by: studying a language going on study tours enrolling in overseas exchange programs. Where could it take you? Our graduates emerge ready for exciting roles across Australia and around the world. You might find yourself at the United Nations as a human rights officer. You could work as a policy advisor or an intelligence analyst in a government agency or a non-governmental organisation. You might be a public relations expert or marketing consultant for an international business. Perhaps you’ll write political news. Or you could work in foreign affairs, strengthening partnerships and providing aid to developing countries. Career Readiness Graduates of international relations build careers in Australia and internationally in both the public and private sectors, including: Non-government organisations Amnesty International AusAid Australian Red Cross Australian Secret Intelligence Service Australian Security Intelligence Organisation CARE Australia Caritas Australia Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade Department of Immigration and Border Protection Migration Solutions Multicultural Youth SA World Vision Australia Journalism and media The United Nations The World Bank, financial services, international businesses, investment banks Tourism and trade Humanitarian aid and human rights organisations Potential careers NGO Policy Officer, Community Development Officer, Community Outreach Worker, Policy Developer, Cultural Heritage Officer, Translator, UN Human Rights Officer, Journalist, Ministerial Adviser, News Presenter, Non Government Organisation Worker, Columnist, Communications Officer, Parliamentary Adviser, Parliamentary Member, Political Adviser, Diplomatic corps, Public Servant, Quarantine Officer, Foreign Affairs, Foreign Aid Worker, Strategist.

For international students

Successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English language subject. English Language Requirements IELTS: Overall 6.5 (Reading 6, Listening 6, Speaking 6, Writing 6); TOEFL: Internet-based: Total score of 79 with a minimum of 21 in Writing, 18 in Speaking and 13 in Reading and Listening; TOEFL Paper-based: Total score of 577 with a minimum of 4.5 in the Test of Written English (TWE); Pearsons: Overall 58 (Reading 50, Listening 50, Speaking 50, Writing 50); Cambridge: Overall 176 (Reading 169, Listening 169, Speaking 169, Writing 169).

For Iranian students

Students are required to successful completion of an Australian year 12 qualification. IELTS: Overall 6.5; Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing - 6; TOEFL Internet-based: Overall 79, Reading and Listening: 13, Speaking 18, Writing 21; Pearson – Overall 58, Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing - 50 and Cambridge - Overall 176, Reading, Listening, Speaking, Writing – 169.

3 Years - Full time

Fee

A$40,500.00 (US$ 26,690) per yearPlease check with institution

Start Date

6/30/2025

Address

The University of Adelaide (Adelaide), North Terrace, UNIVERSITY OF ADELAIDE, South Australia, 5005, ADELAIDE, Australia

About

Ranked in the top 1% of universities in the world and a member of Australia’s research-intensive Group of Eight, The University of Adelaide is a prestigious institution that provides students with an internationally recognised degree.
With 110 Rhodes Scholars and five Nobel Laureates among its distinguished alumni, Adelaide holds high standards for its teaching. A favourable staff-student ratio means that international students receive the support they need to succeed.
Over 200 undergraduate and postgraduate degrees are on offer at the institution, and with state-of-the-art facilities and world-leading technology, the University of Adelaide gives students endless career options. Degrees are put together in line with advice from key industry members and close work with government, to make sure students are ready to tackle the major challenges of tomorrow.
The University of Adelaide is connected across the globe. It works alongside governments, businesses, and other universities throughout Asia, Europe and North America to improve the lives of communities in need.
The careers service gives students the opportunity to network and connect with employers, provides support for putting together the perfect CV, and helps to prepare them for their career.
Based in South Australia, Adelaide is among the top 10 on The Economist’s list of the world’s most liveable cities, it is safe, clean and brilliantly green. Compared to other Australian cities, the cost of living is reasonable. The main campus is within walking distance of the city centre. From art galleries to sports stadiums, students are never far away from the vast array of cultural experiences that are on offer.

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