Bachelor of Political Science and International Relations

Griffith is a leader is this field, ranking in the world’s top 100 for political and international studies for the past four years and boasting a world class staff of political experts. This degree will provide you with a deep understanding of policy, politics and power in the modern world and the forces that shape these dynamics at the global and domestic levels. You’ll learn about political institutions and processes, business-government relations, foreign policy and globalisation. In your first year you’ll develop your understanding of political science and international relations. In your second and third years, you’ll expand this knowledge by completing a major. You’ll also have the option to complete a parliamentary internship or a work placement in your final year. Opportunities to study abroad or complete a global internship are also available, all designed to enrich your skills and help prepare you for the future world of work. Additionally, 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. Second majors: Asian engagement; economics; international business; Islam-West relations; Languages: Chinese; French*; German*; Indonesian*; Italian, Japanese; Korean*; Spanish. *Via cross-institutional study at The University of Queensland (Nathan campus only).

Career opportunities

A range of exciting careers, from international diplomacy and policy analysis to international business, from roles in local and national government to staff roles with Australian and international non-governmental organisations, and also international organisations. Numerous Queensland and national parliamentarians and cabinet ministers have studied politics at Griffith.

Fees and charges

Refer to Griffith University current fee information.