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Bachelor of International Studies

Melbourne, Australia
3 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Bachelor of Science in International Studies is offered by the Political Science & Sociology unit of Murray State University's College of Humanities and Fine Arts.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (1 year): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Explain the principal concepts and methods of International Studies. Apply knowledge involving required coursework includes writing and inquiry in the social sciences. Interpret relevant information
Work on discipline-specific assignments
And communicate findings effectively.

Career outcomes

Project Assistant
Research Assistant
Program Coordinator
Graduate Trainee

Curriculum

The catalogue describes a 120-credit-hour bachelor programme in the Political Science & Sociology unit of the College of Humanities and Fine Arts. Required coursework includes Writing and Inquiry in the Social Sciences
Research Methods
Senior Seminar Political Science
American Foreign Policy
International Law and Organizations
Comparative Public Administration.

Entry requirements

Academic

Completion of Australian Year 12 (VCE) or an equivalent qualification with a course-specific minimum average (65% on most pages
up to 85% for some)
plus prerequisites or selection tasks for some courses. RMIT Foundation Studies or a relevant diploma can also qualify
Minimum average of 65% in a VCE-equivalent qualification on most course pages (38 of 60 bachelor pages read)
70-85% on others; some courses add selection tasks (portfolio
interview
test) and prerequisites

Accepted academic background

Senior secondary (Year 12) equivalent; completion of RMIT Foundation Studies or a recognised diploma also qualifies

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 79
PTE Academic 58
Cambridge 176
IELTS Academic 6.5

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Proof of Identity
Application Form

How to apply

Review the program admission requirements. Prepare academic transcripts and supporting documents. Complete the institution application form. Submit proof of language proficiency if required. Pay the application fee if applicable. Await the admission decision.

Other costs

Tuition per year	$40,706 AUD
Application fee	$100 AUD
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Melbourne City
Faculty or school	College of Design and Social Context
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	288
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	1 year
Scholarship note	RMIT University scholarship or tuition-support opportunities may vary by program, intake and applicant eligibility. Review current award conditions before applying.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
February 2027
Apply by
3 Mar 2027
109 days left
Program starts
July 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 3 years.