Bachelor of International Studies (BIntSt)
Information valid for students commencing 2010
Duration
3 Years full-time (or part-time equivalent)
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
48
Program code
2316
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the Queensland Tertiary Admissions Centre.
Closing Date
Documentation, applications and changes of preferences must be lodged with QTAC 14 days before the offer round for guaranteed inclusion. Further details are on the QTAC website (www.qtac.edu.au).
How to applyDuration
3 Years full-time
Commencing 2010
Semester 1 (01 Mar, 2010)
Program level
Undergraduate
Units
48
Program code
2316
Faculty
Teaching Location
St Lucia
Delivery mode
Internal
Entry requirements
Prerequisites
Year 12 English or equivalent. View the equivalent qualifications for international students.
CRICOS Code: 070284C
English Proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
view the English proficiency policy.View the entry requirements for international students.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Closing Date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
How to applyWhy study the Bachelor of International Studies?
The Bachelor of International Studies at UQ gives you a gateway to an exciting career. Our new three-year degree program provides you with a broad knowledge of cultural and world issues and prepares you for a career in the global workforce. The core components of this degree are language skills and cross-cultural awareness, as well as knowledge and skills in specific disciplines with an international focus. The program includes a compulsory study abroad semester at one of UQ's partner institutions.
What you can study
The International Studies degree program offers a range of majors to facilitate each student's career needs and professional goals. All students are required to study a major in a language other than English as well as another major from a range of options including international economics, history, or international relations all designed to provide an understanding of trans-national organisations and global negotiation. To further international and intercultural awareness the program also includes a compulsory study abroad semester at one of UQ's partner institutions.
Courses and requirements
See the courses and requirements for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of International Studies.
Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.
Majors/Specialisations
Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.
Bachelor of International Studies
- Asian Studies Major
- Chinese Major
- Economics Major
- French Major
- German Major
- History Major
- Indonesian Major
- International Inequality and Development Major
- International Relations Major
- Italian Major
- Japanese Major
- Korean Major
- Peace and Conflict Studies Major
- Russian Major
- Spanish Major
Honours
Honours is available as an additional year of study.
How to apply
Entry requirements for International students
View the entry requirements for international students.
Prerequisites
Year 12 English or equivalent. View the equivalent qualifications for International students.
Visa requirements
CRICOS Code: 070284C
English proficiency
IELTS overall 6.5; writing 6 (or comparable English language proficiency as per University policy).
View the English proficiency policy.How to apply
Applications must be lodged via the UQ International.
Click here for application procedures for International students.
Closing date
To commence study in semester 1 - November 15 of the previous year for Category 1 and 2 countries; October 15 of the previous year for Category 3 and 4 countries.
What it costs
Fees for Australian students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
Fees for International students
When you enrol each semester, mySI-net will calculate your fees. An invoice with the fees for the current semester will generally be available for viewing on mySI-net overnight.
If the invoice for a given semester or teaching period is not yet available, you can use the Fees Schedules to estimate your fees. Please see the course list if you are unsure which courses you can do in your program.
Fees for all students are reviewed annually in accordance with the University's Student Fees Policy, and may increase from 1 January each year.
If you are a prospective student, or if you haven't yet commenced your program, please see the Study at UQ website for fee information.
What you can do with a Bachelor of International Studies
Careers
The Bachelor of International Studies will prepare you for a wide range of careers in international agencies, governmental organisations and the global private sector, both in Australia and around the world. This degree program also facilitates careers in international non-profit or global institutes such as UNESCO, UNICEF, or the World Health Organisation.
Program rules for the Bachelor of International Studies
To complete the Bachelor of International Studies
To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelor of International Studies, a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.
#48, including:
- core courses equivalent to #12
- a #16 major in a language other than English
- a #16 major from a list of majors with strong international relevance
- one semester of overseas study at a partner institution
Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.
