Bachelor of International Studies
Why study the Bachelor of International Studies at UNE?
The Bachelor of International Studies is a three year degree. Half the degree comprises units with a global perspective from several disciplines. Topical issues include global security, earth in crisis, Islamic studies, cross-cultural communication, trade and Australia's relations with the US, Asia and the Pacific Islands.
Students can gain skills in at least one language and culture (Chinese, Japanese, Indonesian, Italian, German, or French).
Students also choose a major to specialize in an area of their choice such as communications, Asia, Europe, economics, peace and development, politics or religion.
A highlight of this degree is the opportunity to undertake an optional fourth year of study abroad. This is the Advanced Year. Students have found this immensely rewarding. Moreover, in country experience and language skills are valued by prospective employers.
There is also the option of doing Honours in fourth year. Honours coursework comprises four long research essays and a thesis on a topic of interest to the student.
A remarkable feature of this degree is that it can be undertaken by distance education. Much, or in some cases all, of the degree can be studied on line. In particular, the teaching of languages by distance at UNE is done with cutting edge technology, including on line.
Career Opportunities
To prepare students for further studies and/or employment in fields relating to international policy and advocacy which can include professions within government, inter-governmental and non-government organizations and the business sector such as the following: defence forces; environmental advocacy; human rights advocacy; immigration; intelligence agencies; international diplomacy; international commerce; journalism; non-government organizations; overseas development assistance; postgraduate studies & academia; public policy making and advice; and public relations.
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Degree Snapshot
DURATION
3 Years Full-timeUp to 10 years Part-time
FEES
CSPInternational
ATAR / OP
72.55 / 122012 STUDY OPTIONS
Armidale
Trimester 1, Off CampusTrimester 1, On Campus
Trimester 2, Off Campus
Trimester 2, On Campus
How to Apply
Domestic Students
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on-campus through UAC or QTAC
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New domestic students to UNE apply to study off-campus direct to UNE
Former and current domestic UNE students apply to study on campus or off campus direct to UNE
For more information, click hereInternational Students
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and PathwaysFor more information, click here
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| Official Abbreviation | BIntSt | |||||||||||||||
| Course Type | Undergraduate | |||||||||||||||
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| 2011 ATAR | 72.55 | |||||||||||||||
| 2011 OP | 12 | |||||||||||||||
| Fees | CSP / International | |||||||||||||||
| Total Credit Points | 144 | |||||||||||||||
| Benefits | Students who have completed 96 credit points of the Bachelor of International Studies may apply for admission to the Bachelor of International Studies (Advanced). The Advanced (four year) version of the course provides for and requires a full year's study at an overseas partner university. Admission is with the permission of the Course Coordinator and the Head of the School. |
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| How to apply |
New domestic students to UNE apply to study on-campus through UAC or QTAC For more information, click here
New domestic students to UNE apply to study off-campus direct to UNE Former and current domestic UNE students apply to study on campus or off campus direct to UNE For more information, click here
International students apply direct to UNE through International Marketing and Pathways For more information, click here |
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| Intensive Schools | Intensive mandatory schools may be a requirement of some of the units in this course. See Unit Catalogue for specific requirements. |
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| Entry Requirements | A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy). Assumed knowledge is any two units of English. |
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| Honours | Candidates who have successfully completed the Bachelor of International Studies may, on the recommendation of the head of school concerned, continue to an honours year. The honours program shall include advanced coursework and a dissertation. |
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| Scholarships | The University offers a number of Faculty/College and country scholarships available to Australian citizens and permanent residents. |
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| Academic Colours |
White (BCC 1) |
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| Further Information | 
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Admission to Candidature
A candidate shall be qualified for admission (see Admission Rule Undergraduate Policy).
Period of Candidature
The period of candidature shall be:
(a) three years as a full-time candidate;
(b) up to ten years as a part-time candidate.
Course Requirements
To qualify for the award a candidate must pass units to the value of 144 credit points with not more than 60 credit points at 100-level and at least 36 credit points at 300-level.
Program of Study
Candidates shall complete an approved program of study as outlined in the Course Schedule comprising:
| Course Structure | Credit Points |
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| Core Units | 96 cps |
| ONE Major | 36 cps |
| Elective Units | 12 cps |
| Total | 144 cps |
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Approved Majors
Contemporary Asia
European Perspectives
International Business
Language and Culture
Media and Information Studies
Peace and Development Studies
Political and International Studies
World Religions
Award of Degree
Candidates who meet the course requirements including one major shall be awarded the Bachelor of International Studies
Exit Pathways
Subject to meeting Advanced Standing rules, candidates who apply to discontinue their studies in the course may be eligible to exit with the Diploma in Arts on completion of 48 credit points. Candidates who apply to discontinue their studies and exit with the Diploma in Arts must apply for re-admission and will be subject to current course requirements for the Bachelor of International Studies. This may mean that they will not receive full recognition for their previous studies should the course structure have changed in response to University requirements.
Improper Conduct
Candidates are referred to the Student Coursework Plagiarism and Academic Misconduct Rules.