Bachelor of Government
Social sciences, journalism and information
Are you ready to shape the future of Australia and the world? This degree will prepare you to do exactly that. With the qualification we offer, you can make a successful career in public service at all levels of government (including strategic government departments), the private sector (including large corporations and companies), local and global NGOs, as well as international organisations. In this course, we will help you become well-versed in essential concepts from political science, inter
Official- Duration
- 3 years
- Qualification
- Bachelor Degree
- AQF 7
- Campus
- Bruce
- ACT · +1 more campus
- Course code
- CRICOS 118325K
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Course overview
Are you ready to shape the future of Australia and the world? This degree will prepare you to do exactly that. With the qualification we offer, you can make a successful career in public service at all levels of government (including strategic government departments), the private sector (including large corporations and companies), local and global NGOs, as well as international organisations. In this course, we will help you become well-versed in essential concepts from political science, international relations, national security, applied economics, public policy, and public administration. As the Canberra-based university that trains and works with the practical thought leaders in Canberra's governments, we will train you in tackling contemporary government challenges head-on, enhance your critical thinking and report writing skills, and present innovative solutions to diverse audiences. You will have a chance to align your learning journey with your career goals and ensure you are prepared for the challenges ahead. Join us in our mission of "working with government and for society" and become the professional the world needs in government affairs.
Entry requirements
Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.
1. International undergraduate applicants normally require an educational qualification deemed equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate, with the course's required rank and any additional criteria. 2. Australian-Year-12-equivalent qualification; course-specific rank and selection criteria; English proficiency.
English language
Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.
- IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
- TOEFL iBTOverall 79L 20 · R 20 · W 20 · S 20
- PTE AcademicOverall 58L 50 · R 50 · W 50 · S 50
- Cambridge C2 ProficiencyOverall 176L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
- Cambridge C1 AdvancedOverall 176L 169 · R 169 · W 169 · S 169
Additional requirements
Academic entry requirement
International undergraduate applicants normally require an educational qualification deemed equivalent to an Australian Year 12 certificate, with the course's required rank and any additional criteria.
Additional entry requirement
Australian-Year-12-equivalent qualification; course-specific rank and selection criteria; English proficiency.
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 2 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | 9 August 2027 | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 1 | UC - Canberra, Bruce | 15 February 2027 | — | — | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 1 | Bruce, Canberra | 15 February 2027 | — | $39,500per year | International students |
| 2027 · Semester 2 | Bruce, Canberra | 9 August 2027 | — | — | International students |
Where it is taught
References
Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.
- Bachelor of Governmentcanberra.edu.au
- University of Canberracanberra.edu.au
- CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
- International Course Guide 2027Official source
- UC College International Entry Requirements 2026Official source
- ELICOS course 2027Official source
- Standard academic entry requirementsOfficial source
- QS World University Rankings 2027Official source