Bachelor of International Studies B.Int Stud
2008

Program Outline

In a time of rapid globalisation, crisis and change - in political, economic, military, social and environmental terms - there is growing recognition of the importance of international knowledge. In this program, students will build their knowledge of global processes, relationships and societies, and be geared to work in areas including trade and business, foreign affairs, defence and intelligence, journalism, and humanitarian and development organisations.

Students examine the factors that determine international issues and learn how to develop future policies. Core courses in international and comparative politics, history and international studies are combined with optional topics in the areas of politics, history and European or Asian studies. Studies in a language other than English are highly recommended and students are encouraged to spend one or two semesters at an overseas university to gain valuable international experience.

Study Abroad Opportunities

Full time Bachelor of International Studies students are encouraged to take advantage of the study abroad and student exchange links that the University has developed with over 100 overseas institutions. Students can study overseas for one or two semesters and earn credit towards their University of Adelaide program. Tuition fees are waived by the overseas university as part of the exchange agreement.

Work Placement Opportunities

Final year students can also apply to participate in the South Australian internship program co-ordinated by the Faculty. This program offers placement in the State Parliament or public and private sector agencies. Students gain first hand experience in the workings of government and business organisations.

Related Programs

Combined/Double Degrees 

Students interested in studying at Adelaide should consider the benefits of completing a combined degree program, sometimes referred to as a double degree. Combined degrees allow students to further expand their knowledge and acquire skills in diverse areas. Such degrees usually require four years of full-time study with students receiving two degree certificates upon completion. Graduates of combined degree programs emerge in an enviable position, having added an extra dimension to their employment potential.

There are two main types of combined programs for students in our Faculty: formal and flexible.

Formal combinations require direct entry through SATAC, and may have a higher number of compulsory courses or streams within a particular discipline area. Students following these combinations may need to take additional courses to complete in the minimum time.

These combinations can be completed in 4 years:

Flexible combinations generally allow more free choice in course selection, with fewer compulsory requirements. Students apply for entry to a single degree only, but undertake the compulsory courses required for the second degree they are interested in as electives in the single degree. They then apply through SATAC to begin the second degree in the following year. Flexible combinations of programs can also be completed in four years and include: 

• Bachelor of International Studies/ Bachelor of Commerce
• Bachelor of International Studies/ Bachelor of Media
• Bachelor of International Studies/ Bachelor of Social Sciences
• Bachelor of International Studies/ Bachelor of Development Studies
• Bachelor of International Studies/ Bachelor of Environmental Policy and Management

The Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Arts combination can be completed in 5.5 years.

Students can also choose to undertake an informal combination of programs not covered in any of the arrangements listed above. Again, they need to apply through SATAC for a single program and undertake a year of study in only that program, then apply through SATAC to begin the second degree in the following year. The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences will still ‘double count’ 12 units at each of level I and level II toward any of its undergraduate degrees, from studies undertaken in any other University Bachelor degree offered at any institution. However, students will need to contact the other Faculty to discuss meeting the requirements of the other degree. It will usually take longer than four years to complete one of these informal double degree programs.

Concurrent degree combinations are not available to international students

Admission Information

Admissions information for domestic and international students.

Domestic

Selection criteria:	2007 Commonwealth-supported TER: 65.25 2007 Fee-paying TER: 70 Without formal qualifications? See our special access schemes.
How to apply:	SATAC Code: 314961 Application and Admission SATAC Application Dates
Annual tuition fees:	Commonwealth-supported place: $5,095 Australian Full-fee place: $15,000
General enquiries:	Student Centre

International

Selection criteria:	IELTS Total Reading Listening Speaking Writing 6 5.5 5.5 6 6 International TER 70 IB 24 A-Level 6 UEC [Malaysia] 25 SAT [US] 1540 ISC & CBSE [India] 60%
How to apply:	Application information for international students Important application deadlines for international students
Mid-year entry?	Subject to availability
Annual tuition fees:	International student place: $15,070
General enquiries:	Student Centre

Areas of Specialisation

Students can select courses with a strong international focus from areas such as Asian studies, economics, history and comparative politics. This focus will provide insight into the many processes which determine world events and international issues at large.

Study Plans

The study plans given are examples of pathways through this degree. For a complete description, see the program rules.

All courses are worth 3 units each. Major and Minor courses Humanities and Social Sciences courses Other Faculty courses: University Course Planner.
Level I: Choose the following courses (24 units)
Please choose four courses per semester.  POLI 1102 Introduction to International Politics (Semester Two) POLI 1104 Introduction to Comparative Politics (Semester One) Two from: ASIA 1103 Asia and the World (Semester Two) HIST 1105 Europe, Empire & the World (Semester One) HIST 1106 The 20th Century: A World in Turmoil (Semester Two) Minor sequence: Choose two courses from the list of Level One Minor courses Electives: Choose two courses from the list of Level One Humanities and Social Sciences Courses or other Faculty Level One courses.
Level II: Choose the following Advanced Level courses (24 units)
POLI 2081 Post Cold War International Relations POLI 2002 Comparative Politics 2 x Advanced Level International Studies electives (see below) Minor sequence: Choose two courses from the list of Advanced Level Minor courses Electives: Choose two courses from the list of Level Two Humanities and Social Sciences Courses or other Faculty Level Two courses.
Level III: Choose the following Advanced Level courses (24 units)
INTL International Studies (core) 3 x Advanced Level International Studies electives (see below) Minor sequence: Choose two courses from the list of Advanced Level Minor courses 2 x Humanities and Social Sciences Advanced Level course Note: In some cases the final year of the program may be replaced by International Exchange or In-country studies to the value of 24 units, and language courses to the value of 12 units.
Advanced Level International Studies Electives
China Rising Gender Politics and Development Incredible India State of the World The Ethics of War and Peace The Politics of the Popular Theories of International Politics Understanding Modern Europe Parliamentary Internship Study Abroad *Please note not all electives may be available each year

Career Opportunities

Potential careers

Ministerial Adviser, Parliamentary Adviser, Political Advisor, Export / Import trade, Foreign Affairs, Government or Corporate Policy Adviser, Humanitarian / Aid Worker, International Government and Trade Policy Adviser, International Trade or Business Analyst, Interpreter/ Translator, Journalist

Graduate Attributes

Useful Links

• Humanities and Social Sciences Program Information Leaflet
• Faculty of Humanities & Social Science
• Undergraduate Scholarships
• Student Centre enquiry form

Program Rules

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Undergraduate Program Rules