Bachelor of Advanced Government and International Relations (Honours)

Griffith is a leader in this field, ranking in the world’s top 100 for political and international studies for the past four years, boasting a world-class staff of political experts. This degree provides highly motivated students the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of government and international relations in the modern world and the forces that shape these dynamics at the global and domestic levels. You’ll learn about international security, trade, international organisations and human rights, political institutions and processes, business–government relations and more.

In your first three years, you’ll explore the politics, policy making and international dynamics that have shaped the contemporary world. In your fourth year, you will acquire high-level research skills and take a deeper dive into the topic of your choice. You’ll also have opportunities to study abroad or complete a global internship, all designed to enrich your skills and help prepare you for the future world of work. Plus, you’ll have access to BusinessPLUS, which offers mentoring, networking and career mapping workshops.

Areas of study

Majors: International relations, political science and public policy, security, conflict and human rights. Optional second majors/minors: Asian engagement, Chinese, economics, French,* German,* Indonesian,* international business, Islam-West relations, Japanese, Korean,* Spanish.
*Via cross-institutional study.

Career opportunities

Adviser to government and business leaders; policy developer and program manager in economic, environmental and social policy, diplomacy and trade relations; various roles in government, international organisations, media, political parties, a range of business environments, the not-for-profit sector, foreign ministries, defence departments, intelligence and aid organisations, political risk assessment and humanitarian logistics, organisations such as the United Nations and its agencies; further study in higher research degrees; academic research.

Professional recognition

Institute of Public Administration Australia, Australian Institute of International Affairs.

Fees and charges

Refer to Griffith University current fee information.