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Lead with a difference
With a specialisation in politics and international studies, you'll develop the essential skills required to become a leader of the future.
Explore world issues from human rights to economic development, war, security threats, peace and the wider challenges and opportunities that globalisation brings.
Key dates
You can talk to us about your study options just about anytime.
See our key dates page for information on upcoming events.
Politics and International Studies at Griffith
Build practical skills
You’ll learn and understand the complex nature of politics, including the need to balance social needs with economic development and international relations, giving you the tools to become successful in advocating for positive change – no matter the field you choose to specialise in.
If you want to drive positive change (or even run for Prime Minister), you’ll develop essential skills in critical and creative thinking, problem-solving, negotiation, cross-cultural understanding and international relations to tackle future global challenges.
Topics covered as part of your Politics and International Studies include:
- Globalisation, the Asia-Pacific and Australia
- International Relations
- Islam, Media and Conflict
- Politics of International Law and Organisations
- Islam – West Relations
- Australia’s Foreign Relations
- Dilemmas in International Relations
Learn from frontline professionals
Griffith's political science lecturers are well connected and regularly work in government so they understand the inner workings of power and will teach you everything you need to know to build a successful career.
Choose your career path
Combine your Politics and International Studies with a second study area from any of the 14 areas in the Bachelor of Arts and expand your career prospects even further. You can also select to study Politics or International Relations as specialisations in the Bachelor of Journalism or as minors in the Bachelor of Public Relations and Communication.
5-Star Rated
Humanities and Social Sciences is rated 5-stars for Educational Experience by the Good Universities Guide 2018, a leading independent provider of high-quality education and career information.
Daniel Lyons
Griffith Bachelor of Arts graduate
Bachelor of Arts student Daniel Lyons secured an enviable job with the Royal Australian Air Force before he graduated. As a Communications and Information Systems Controller, Daniel manages, monitors and maintains Local Area Networks, as well as operate communication facilities and safe keep classified data. 'The critical thinking skills I developed throughout my Bachelor of Arts degree have definitely given me the edge in getting this role,' he says.
Study options
| Degrees | Campus | OP rank |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | Online | |
| Bachelor of Arts | Gold Coast | 15 |
| Bachelor of Arts | Nathan | 15 |
| Bachelor of Arts (Honours) | Nathan | |
| Bachelor of Arts (Honours) | Gold Coast | |
| Bachelor of Social Science | Gold Coast Nathan |
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It is important to check the degree requirements including placement requirements, before you apply.
Career outcomes
Be part of a high demand industry
People with skills in international relations are in high demand. There is a growing need for international studies experts for key liaison roles between countries, international businesses, government and non-government organisations.
You'll be equipped to work in a variety of different roles such as an analyst, consultant, policy maker or in diplomacy or research.
Life at Griffith
You can gain more than just a degree at Griffith. With plenty of opportunities to balance life and study, you can make memories and mates to last a lifetime.
June 19, 2018
Nance wins silver and bronze at New York Festival’s World’s Best Radio Program awards
Key dates
Monday 5 February — Friday 21 December
Ongoing Q&A sessions
Book a 30 minute, personalised appointment with a member of our student recruitment team, to help find the right degree for you and get personalised advice about your study options. You can also find out about scholarships and discover admission pathways to university. Find out more
Thursday 21 June
Discover Griffith - Gold Coast campus
Join us at our Gold Coast campus for a fun and informative day with family and friends. You'll have the opportunity to tour our campus with a student ambassador, hear from program staff about your preferred degree and chat with our recruitment team about entry requirements and admission pathways to Griffith. Find out more
Saturday 21 July — Sunday 22 July
TSXPO (Tertiary Studies Expo)
Visit the Griffith University stand at the Tertiary Studies Expo to find out about your study options, how to apply and university life. Find out more
Tuesday 24 July
Sunshine Coast Daily Careers Expo
Visit the Griffith University stand at the Sunshine Coast Daily Careers and Employment Expo to find out about your study options, how to apply and university life. Find out more
Monday 6 August
Townsville Careers Expo
Visit the Griffith University stand at the Townsville Careers Expo to find out about your study options, how to apply and university life. Find out more
Sunday 12 August
OPEN DAY - Nathan, Gold Coast and South Bank campuses
Discover what's possible at Griffith at Open Day. Visit our Gold Coast, Nathan or South Bank campus to attend information sessions and activities, chat with academics about your preferred degree, find out about services and support, and tour our campuses. Find out more
Monday 17 September — Friday 28 September
Q&A Sessions
Book a 30 minute, personalised appointment with a member of our student recruitment team, to help find the right degree for you and get personalised advice about your study options. You can also find out about scholarships and discover admission pathways to university. Find out more
Tuesday 13 November
Mature Student Open Evening - South Bank campus
If you’re considering returning to university for postgraduate study, or starting for the first time, come along to a Griffith University Mature Student Open Evening to speak to our specialist advisers about admission pathways to study and support for non-school leavers and mature age students. Find out more
Thursday 15 November
Mature Student Open Evening - Gold Coast campus
If you’re considering returning to university for postgraduate study, or starting for the first time, come along to a Griffith University Mature Student Open Evening to speak to our specialist advisers about admission pathways to study and support for non-school leavers and mature age students. Find out more
Saturday 15 December — Thursday 20 December
Explore Your Options - Online
Chat online with our expert study advisers after you have received your entry score, to discuss your study options. Find out about admission pathways, entry requirements and program options, plus what you can do if your OP or ATAR score was higher or lower than expected.
*Excluding Sunday 16 December Find out more