International Relations
This course information is for local students only
Year
2010
Award
Bachelor of International Relations
Length
3 years full-time or part-time equivalent.
Campuses
Melbourne (Bundoora)
Course description
This degree enables students to develop a competent understanding of the key economic, political, strategic, cultural, legal and organisational features of international life and the factors involved in conflict and resolution. Students not only gain a general understanding of economic, legal, social, political, strategic, cultural and organisational trends, but also have the opportunity to specialise in a particular region (such as East Asia) or a particular field (diplomacy, economy or legal studies).
Course structure
At each year level, students complete core subjects and electives, choosing from the following disciplines: anthropology, Asian studies, economics, European studies, history, legal studies, philosophy, sociology and tourism. At third-year level students also complete the core subject Professional Competence - Transition to the Workplace, which equips them to work with and for organisations with a strong interest in international relations.
Contact hours
Approximately 12 contact hours per week if studying full-time.
Handbook
Major areas of study
Anthropology, Asian studies, history,economics, European studies, law, politics and sociology.
Overseas study opportunities
Overseas study opportunities are available.
Please see
www.latrobe.edu.au/international/exchange
for more information
Application
VTAC or Late Direct Application.
Mid-Year Entry - Direct Application (contact the Faculty for information - see contact details below).
Fee type
Commonwealth Supported Place (CSP)
Scholarships
Applicants who are Australian citizens or who hold permanent humanitarian visas are eligible for a range of University-wide scholarships, including Commonwealth Scholarships. For details please see http://www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/prospective/uniwide/index.htmlThe Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences awards a number of academic merit scholarships to students who have attained the highest VCE enter score in 2009.
See details at www.latrobe.edu.au/scholarships/prospective/huss/index
Middle Band
Consideration is based on performance in one or more of: English (any), Humanities (any), LOTE (any), Drama, Theatre Studies, Legal Studies, Psychology.
Selection
ENTER 89.05
Extra requirements
Non-Year 12 applicants must complete and submit the VTAC Pi form, providing details in essay format re prior educational experiences and reasons for interest in the course.
Mature-Age Entry scheme: Multiple Choice STAT and other requirements. Call 1300 135 045 for more information.
Prerequisites
VCE Units 3 & 4: Study score of at least 30 in English (ESL) or 25 in any other English.
Semester starts
Semester 1 and 2 (March and July)
Industry experience
The following types of industry experience are available in this course.
- Workplace experience for academic credit
Additional information
Mid-Year Entry is available.
Career opportunities
Graduates are equipped to work in a range of government departments, international organisations, business, media, and professional and other non-government organisations.
Course URL
http://www.latrobe.edu.au/politics
Contact information
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Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences:
T (03) 9479 2023
E lhuss@latrobe.edu.au
International Relations
T (03) 9479 2287
E politics@latrobe.edu.au
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All students may pay a
Voluntary General Service Fee.
Most international students must pay for
Overseas Student Health Cover