Program Overview
This International Relations program at the University of Sydney provides a deep foundation in global affairs, climate change, and political economy. Students choose between specializing in Global Histories and Futures, which explores various historical and contemporary perspectives, or studying a language from a selection including Chinese, Japanese, and Spanish. Graduates of this program are well-equipped for careers in diplomacy, international organizations, policy analysis, and other fields requiring a global perspective.
Program Outline
Outline:
- Course Structure: Students must take the core International Relations units, and choose between the “Global Histories and Futures” specialisation or a Language specialisation (choose from Chinese, Japanese, Indonesian, Korean, Spanish, German, French, or Italian).
- Level 1:
- Core - International Relations:
- ASIA1002 Asia from Colonial to Modern (6 points)
- IREL1001 The International Politics of Climate Change (6 points)
- POLS1102 Understanding Global Politics (6 points)
- Custom - Specialisations:
- Language Specialisation: Students should take the specified 2 level one units (12 points) from their chosen language major.
- Global Histories and Futures Specialisation: Students should take 2 units (12 points) from the following:
- ASIA1001 Asian Societies and Cultures (6 points)
- CLAN1002 Glory and Grandeur: An Introduction to the Ancient World (6 points)
- GEOG1107 Human Inequality in the Anthropocene (6 points)
- HIST1103 Europe to Hell and Back 1890-1945 (6 points)
- HUMR1001 Human Rights in Global Perspective (6 points)
- LAWS1111 Law, Conflict and Change (6 points)
- Level 2:
- Core - International Relations:
- HUMR2001 Global and Environmental Justice (6 points)
- IREL2001 Foundations of Foreign Policy (6 points)
- POLS2220 Foundations of Global Political Economy (6 points)
- Custom - Specialisations:
- Language Specialisation: Students should take the specified 3 level two units (18 points) from their chosen language major.
- Global Histories and Futures Specialisation: Students should take 3 units (18 points) from the following:
- ASIA2001 Culture, Society and the State in Asia (6 points)
- ASIA2002 Australia and Asia (6 points)
- HIST2016 When Empire Strikes: Imperial Expansion, Resistance, and Rights from Europe to Australasia (6 points)
- HIST2917 Russia and the Soviet Union 1900-2000 (6 points)
- INDG2300 Indigenous Knowledge: Mind, Body and Spirit (6 points)
- LAWS2226 International Legal Institutions (6 points)
- POLS2202 Foundations of Comparative Politics (6 points)
- Level 3:
- Option - Core - International Relations:
- Students should take two units (12 points) from the following:
- ASIA3005 Autocracy and Democracy in Asia (6 points)
- POLS3302 South Asia and the Middle East: Foreign Relations and Politics (6 points)
- POLS3308 Greater China: Politics and International Relations (6 points)
- POLS3324 Islam and World Politics (6 points)
- Option - Core - International Relations Capstone:
- Students should take one unit (6 points) from the following:
- IREL3002 The Politics of Human Rights (6 points)
- Option - Core - Practicum:
- Students should take one unit (6 points) from the following:
- HUMR3001 Human Rights: Research and Practice (6 points)
- POLS3304 Policy and Diplomacy in Practice (6 points)
- SOCS3888 Asia-Pacific Field Study (6 points)
- Custom - Specialisations:
- Language Specialisation: Students should take the specified 3 level three units (18 points) from their chosen language major.
- Global Histories and Futures Specialisation: Students should take 3 units (18 points) from the following:
- ASIA3005 Autocracy and Democracy in Asia (6 points)
- GEOG3308 Climate Change: Policy and Practice (6 points)
- INDG3400 Indigenous People and Global Issues (6 points)
- PHIL3006 Philosophy East and West (6 points)
- POLS3204 The Politics of Gender (6 points)
- POLS3335 Social Movements and the Politics of Change (6 points)
Other:
This major is offered as a degree-specific, or first, major for these degrees. It is also offered as a second major in our other bachelor's degrees.
The University of Western Australia
Overview:
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is a leading research-intensive university located in Perth, Western Australia. It is renowned for its high-quality teaching, strong research output, and commitment to graduate employability. UWA is consistently ranked among the top 100 universities globally and is the number one university in Western Australia for graduate employability.
Services Offered:
UWA offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Academic support:
Tutoring, workshops, and study skills resources.Career services:
Career counselling, job search assistance, and internship opportunities.Student wellbeing:
Mental health support, counselling, and health services.Accommodation:
On-campus and off-campus housing options.Sports and fitness:
Access to state-of-the-art facilities and a variety of sports clubs.Clubs and societies:
A vibrant student community with numerous clubs and societies catering to diverse interests.Study abroad and exchange:
Opportunities to study at universities around the world.Student Life and Campus Experience:
UWA provides a dynamic and engaging campus experience for its students. The university boasts a beautiful campus with modern facilities, green spaces, and a strong sense of community. Students can participate in a wide range of activities, including:
Social events:
Concerts, festivals, and other social gatherings.Sporting events:
Supporting the university's sports teams.Volunteer opportunities:
Contributing to the local community.Cultural events:
Art exhibitions, theatre performances, and music concerts.Key Reasons to Study There:
World-class education:
UWA offers a high-quality education with a focus on research and innovation.Excellent employability:
Graduates from UWA are highly sought after by employers.Vibrant campus life:
A diverse and engaging student community with numerous opportunities for personal and professional development.Beautiful campus:
A picturesque campus with modern facilities and green spaces.Strong research focus:
UWA is a leading research university with a strong commitment to innovation.Academic Programs:
UWA offers a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across various disciplines, including:
Arts and Humanities:
History, Literature, Philosophy, Languages, and more.Science and Engineering:
Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, and more.Business and Economics:
Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Economics, and more.Health Sciences:
Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing, Pharmacy, and more.Law:
Juris Doctor, Bachelor of Laws, and other law programs.Other:
UWA is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus community. The university has a strong focus on Indigenous education and research, and offers a range of programs and support services for Indigenous students. UWA also has a strong international presence, with students from over 100 countries studying at the university.
- Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR): The document provides a list of admission equivalencies for the course's ATAR, including:
- All India Senior School Certificate (CBSE): 14
- Canadian High School (except Quebec): 75
- French Baccalaureate: 12.5
- Gao Kao (PR China NCEE)/750: 544
- GCE A-Levels: 10
- German Abitur: 3
- Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education: 16.5
- Indian Senior School Certificate (CISCE): 69
- Indonesian Sekolah Menengah Atas (SMA) - Pass of 65: 82.5
- International Baccalaureate Diploma (IB): 28
- Malaysian STPM: 13
- Monash University Foundation Year: 288
- NCUK Foundation Program: 10
- Norwegian Vitnemål: 4.2
- Singapore - Cambridge A Levels: 10
- South African National Senior Certificate: 5.2
- South Korean College Scholastic Ability Test (CSAT): 336
- Sweden Slutbetyg: 16
- Trinity College Foundation: 320
- Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): 10
- University of Western Australia College (UWAC) Foundation Program: 70
- US College Board Advanced Placements: 10
- US College Board SAT: 1220
- Western Australian Universities' Foundation Program (WAUFP): 64
- Western Australian Certificate of Education (WACE) 2016 onwards: 85
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- English competency: English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA. Applicants must meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.
- Minimum overall IELTS score: 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.