Bachelor of Politics and International Relations/ Bachelor of Arts

Combine your love for politics and International relations with your creativity to create a study pathway that accurately captures both your career and personal aspirations, while opening a world of employment possibilities with the UC Bachelor of Politics and International Relations Bachelor of Arts double degree.

The course critically examines the principles, concepts and issues facing regional politics in the Asia Pacific in an international context, while offering the chance to specialise in one of five creative study pathways: creative writing, cultural and heritage studies, digital media, film production or global studies.

Whichever pathway you choose, the combination of electives will help you develop a high level of critical analytical skills and a comprehensive understanding of how to use creativity to inform, engage, persuade and influence an audience.

Each elective is taught within smaller, more personalised classes, offering students an individually tailored learning environment that ensures they receive the highest level of support and encouragement throughout their UC study journey.

For international students studying an Australian Year 12 qualification, your selection rank is your ATAR plus any adjustment factors you may be eligible for.

If you’re an international student who has not completed an Australian Year 12, we also recognise a range of other international qualifications for direct entry. These include the NCEA Level 3, the International Baccalaureate (IB) and GCE A Levels, plus other country-specific qualifications.

English language requirements

Academic IELTS of 6.0 or equivalent, with no band score below 6.0; TOEFL iBT: Overall score of 60 with: R: 13; L: 12; S: 18; W: 21; Pearson Test of Academic English: 50 with no skill score below 50; Cambridge English Scale: 169 with no sub-score below 169: Occupational English Test: No grade lower than 'C' in any of the sub-tests.