Bachelor of Political Science and International Relations
Social sciences, journalism and information
This degree will provide you with a deep understanding of policy, politics and power in the domestic and international spheres. You will learn about political movements and institutions, processes of law making, diplomacy and global politics. You will explore how democracy thrives or struggles to survive, and the strategies authoritarian leaders increasingly use to maintain their grip on power, among a range of other exciting topics in Political Science and International Relations. In your secon
Official- Duration
- 3 years
- Qualification
- Bachelor Degree
- AQF 7
- Campus
- South Bank
- QLD · +3 more campuses
- Course code
- CRICOS 111956B
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Course overview
This degree will provide you with a deep understanding of policy, politics and power in the domestic and international spheres. You will learn about political movements and institutions, processes of law making, diplomacy and global politics. You will explore how democracy thrives or struggles to survive, and the strategies authoritarian leaders increasingly use to maintain their grip on power, among a range of other exciting topics in Political Science and International Relations. In your second and third years, you will gain valuable specialized knowledge by completing one or two majors in International Relations, Political Science and Public Policy; or Security, Conflict and Human Rights. Throughout your studies, you will gain the skills and training needed for pursuing your own career pathway, including taking dedicated employability courses and having opportunities to complete a work placement, field study trip, or parliamentary internship. Majors International Relations Political Science and Public Policy Security, Conflict and Human Rights Second majors You can choose to complement your studies with a second major: Asian Engagement Chinese Language Economics French Language German Language Indonesian Language International Business (Extended) Islam-West Relations Japanese Language Korean Language Spanish Language Available via cross-institutional study at University of Queensland. These languages are only available to students enrolled at the Nathan campus. Honours Honours is available for this degree (through an additional year of study).
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
Planning reference: missing 2027 requirements use the latest published requirements from 2026; newer explicit 2027 requirements take precedence.
Academic qualifications
Values are shown exactly as the institution publishes them.
STPM (Malaysia)
6
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
The University's Admission Policy will apply.
Intakes and tuition
Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.
| Intake | Campus | Starts | Applications close | Tuition | For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Brisbane South (Nathan) | — | — | $36,500per year | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Brisbane South (Nathan) | — | — | $36,500per year | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Brisbane City | 12 July 2027 | — | $36,500per year | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Brisbane City | 1 March 2027 | — | $36,500per year | International students |
Where it is taught
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Bachelor of Political Science and International Relationsgriffith.edu.au
- Griffith Universitygriffith.edu.au
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
- Griffith English Language Institute Guide 2026Official source
- Griffith University 2026 International Student GuideOfficial source
- Griffith Understanding Entry RequirementsOfficial source
- QS World University Rankings 2027Official source