Bachelor of International Relations and Political Science
You can shape the world. Gain the skills to drive political, social, and economic change.
International relations and political science is a degree for students with an interest in political and social questions that arise where they live and overseas. You’ll gain a comprehensive grounding in politics, public policy and international relations, and an understanding of Australia’s political system in a regional and global context.
- Study with SA’s largest group of international relations and political science experts
- Experience unique internship opportunities with the US Congress (Washington) and Consulate (Melbourne)
- Gain access to South Australian Parliamentary internships and other internship opportunities in the public and private sectors.
- Access travel opportunities to Indonesia, China, Japan, USA, and elsewhere
- Study with a focus on the digital revolution and the future of social and political change
- Flinders policy and administration research is ranked above world standard
- Flinders is engaged with The Jeff Bleich Centre for the US Alliance in Digital Technology, Security, and Governance
Campus Information
Bedford Park
Located just 12km south of the centre of Adelaide, the Bedford Park campus is Flinders' main campus. It's a spacious, elevated site with panoramic views to the coast and over the city. Our Student Hub offers 24/7 study spaces and access to all student services in one convenient location.
Intakes
- March
- July
Application Processing Time in Days: 10
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Your career
This degree provides you with skills that are in high demand across many sectors. Today’s employers are seeking graduates who can lead, analyze, and pre-empt movements within the political arena. As well as specific skills, you will develop enhanced general skills relevant to many jobs.
Our graduates are employed in areas including international government and non-government organizations, diplomacy, foreign affairs, social analysis, journalism, research, management, the parliamentary sector, defense, intelligence, foreign aid, humanitarian services, politics, education, language services, and media.
Potential occupations include:
- policy analyst
- diplomat or public service officer
- Journalist or digital media content maker/manager
- international aid or development worker
- electorate officer
- research officer, analyst or assistant
- intelligence, security or political analyst
- risk manager or public relations specialist
- education – teacher, aid, administration
- advocacy officer/researcher
- human resources
PSW Opportunity
International students studying at Flinders University will be eligible to access an additional year in Australia on a post-study work visa, which means a bachelor graduate can get up to 3 years of PSW visa.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
India
International Qualification
- Senior Secondary Schooling awarded by the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), or the Council for the Indian School Certificate (ISC) Examinations
Minimum Entry Requirement (comparable to an ATAR of 65) to Flinders Bachelor degree
- Completion of a CBSE School Certificate with an average of at least 65% in best 4 subjects (excluding local language) or completion of an ISC School Certificate with an average of at least 70% in best 4 subjects (excluding local language).
Nepal
International Qualification
- Proficiency Certificate (3 years)
Minimum Entry Requirement (comparable to an ATAR of 65) to Flinders Bachelor degree
- Successful completion of the Proficiency Certificate with a minimum grade average of 65% in 4 major subjects
Sri Lanka
International Qualification
- Sri Lankan General Certificate of Education Advanced Level
Minimum Entry Requirement (comparable to an ATAR of 65) to Flinders Bachelor degree
- Successful completion of A Levels.
- Course Code: 0100840
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 03 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
97800 AUD
Annual Cost of Living: 24505 AUD
Application Fee: 70 AUD
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