Why study with us?
Ranked 25th in the world for social sciences in the 2020 QS World University Rankings by Subject.
Our graduates are ranked 1st in Australia and 4th in the world for employability by the QS Graduate Employability Rankings 2020.
Develop the skills and expertise to understand the complex inter-connections of globalisation and work within the international community.
The Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Advanced Studies (International and Global Studies) uniquely positions you to explore some of the world’s most pressing problems while preparing for a career with an international focus: in business, diplomacy, policy development, and for advocacy in a global civil society.
Its core major, Global Studies, will teach you how to relate local and international trends, while the combination of your chosen specialisation and language training will provide you with the specific regional knowledge and linguistic competence to work in organisations that operate across cultural and linguistic boundaries.
You’ll cross these international boundaries during the course with an opportunity to study abroad at one of our leading partner universities, exercising your language skills and gaining a first-hand, cultural experience before graduation.
Throughout the course, you will investigate the rapid growth of wealth in some parts of the world in relation to the impoverishment of others; consider the impacts of unprecedented large-scale worker, migrant, and refugee mobility; understand the rise and increasingly prominent role of global civil society (NGOs); as well as the challenges and opportunities of online information.
You will also have the opportunity to undertake an authentic, complex problem-based project, developed in tandem with our industry partners, and work within a bespoke, interdisciplinary team.
When you enrol in International and Global Studies you are preparing for work in the international arena. Think big, go global.
Our majors include:
Minors can be completed in any of the below areas, as well as standalone minors in Celtic Studies, Diversity Studies, Sanskrit, Social Policy or Writing Studies.
You will:
For full course details see our Handbook.
View the International and Global Studies Unit timetable.
Please note this timetable is indicative only.
Please note, the following is an example of a pathway through the Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Advanced Studies (International and Global Studies) for students commencing in Semester 1.
Students commencing Semester 2 will generally follow an alternative progression pattern and may have fewer language study options depending on the level of entry. There may also be restrictions on when exchange/study abroad can be completed. Please contact the University of Sydney for further advice.
Students are free to choose any of the languages offered in the School of Languages and Cultures to fulfil the language minor requirement, and any units from Table S to fulfil the elective requirements. A minimum of 12 credit points must be taken on a study abroad or exchange program.
Under normal progression, a full-time student completes prescribed units of study to the value of 24 credit points per semester. Part-time students may undertake prescribed units of study up to the value of 12 credit points per semester. You are required to attend all lectures, tutorials and other activities prescribed for your units of study.
Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Advanced Studies (International and Global Studies)
| Year | Sem | Unit of study | |||
| 1 | 1 | Global Studies Major: Introduction to International and Global Studies | Language Minor: Introductory Arabic 1A and 1B | Elective: Introduction to Cultural Studies | Elective: Introduction to Sociology 1 |
| 2 | Global Studies Major: The Making of the Global Order | Elective: Introduction to Diversity Studies* | Elective: Introduction to Sociology 2 | ||
| 2 | 1 | Global Studies Major: Transnational Actors and Networks | Global Studies Major: The Dynamics of Global Capitalism | Elective: Sociological Theory | |
| 2 | Global Studies Major: The End of Empire and New States | Language Minor: Intermediate Arabic 2A and 2B, Gender and Politics in the Arab World | Open Learning Environment: Enhancing Cultural Competence* | ||
| 3 | 1 | Global Studies Major: Social Movements in the Global South | Global Studies Major: Conflict and its Consequences | Elective: Social Inequality in Australia | Elective: Sociology, Power and Violence |
| 2 | Global Studies Major: Global Studies in Interdisciplinary Contexts | Language Minor: Advanced Arabic 3A | Elective: Contemporary Sociological Theory | Open Learning Environment: The Design of Social Media Campaigns* | |
| 4 | 1 | Global Studies Major: Global Mobilities | Global Studies Major: International and Global Studies | Elective: Nature and Society | |
| 2 | Global Studies Major: Identity Politics and Globalisation | Language Major: Advanced Arabic 3B and Arab Cities: Texts and Contexts | Elective: Sociology of Culture | ||
*OLE units are indicative only. Units can be selected from Table O of units.
Depends on the areas or units of study. For language studies: pathways are available for applicants with no prior language experience, as well as for those with prior experience in the respective language of study.
Admission to this course is on the basis of the following criteria:
Admission pathways are open to domestic applicants on the basis of equity or other adjustment factors, including for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. For details, visit admission pathways.
If you’ve already completed university-level or equivalent subjects, you may be able to apply for credit for previous study.
You will be required to study a language relevant to the areas of international and global studies that you are pursuing in your degree. This will include an opportunity to study overseas to enhance your language skills and cultural knowledge.
Our graduates can be found in a broad range of careers and roles, including:
Indicative Undergraduate Student Contribution Amount
The student contribution amount for a Commonwealth Supported Place is an indication only of the amount payable in Year 1 for a standard full time load of 48 credit points (1.0 EFTSL). The exact student contribution that you pay will depend on the calendar year in which you undertake your study in the course, and the specific units of study in which you enrol. For further information about how to calculate your specific total student contribution, please refer to the University's Tuition Fees website.
Annual review and fee increases
Importantly, student contribution amounts are subject to annual review by the University, and will increase each year of your period of study (subject to a Commonwealth specified cap), effective at the start of each calendar year.
Additional incidental costs
Please note that for some courses there are additional costs in addition to the student contribution. Some of these additional costs are significant, for example, course-specific materials, tools, protective clothing, and equipment. Please consult the University's web page for more information: https://sydney.edu.au/students/materials-and-equipment.html.
Visa/MasterCard/American Express/JCB surcharge
Please note that a surcharge of 1.53% will apply for payments made by Visa, MasterCard, American Express or JCB. The surcharge is subject to review and may change. Information about payment methods and the surcharge is set out at: http://sydney.edu.au/study/finances-fees-costs/fees-and-loans/paying-your-fees.html.
Potential for inaccuracy
Whilst every reasonable effort has been made to include correct and up to date information here, you are also advised to consult directly with the Student Centre so that they can provide you with specific and up to date information about fees.
Indicative International Tuition Fees for Undergraduate Students
The tuition fee for international undergraduate students is an indication of the fees payable in Year 1 for a standard full time load of 48 credit points (1.0 EFTSL). Depending on the calendar year in which you undertake your study, and if your study load is more or less than the 1.0 EFTSL, your tuition fee will differ from the indicative amount. For further information about how to calculate your specific total tuition fees, please refer to the University's Tuition Fees website
Annual review and fee increases
Importantly, tuition fees are subject to annual review, and will increase each year of your period of study, effective at the start of each calendar year.
Combined undergraduate degree tuition fees
For international students, for combined undergraduate degrees, a single indicative course tuition fee applies for the duration of your study in the combined degree, regardless of the units of study that are undertaken as part of your combined degree. Importantly, the single indicative course tuition fee is subject to annual review, and will increase each year of your study in the combined degree.
Additional incidental costs and health insurance
For some courses there are incidental costs additional to the tuition fees. Some of these incidental costs are significant, for example, course-specific materials, tools, protective clothing, and equipment. Further information about these costs is available from https://sydney.edu.au/students/materials-and-equipment.html. In addition to the fees indicated here for the course of study, International Students studying on an Australian Student Visa must have appropriate health insurance for the duration of their studies on a Student Visa through a government approved provider of the Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) scheme. This is a requirement of the Australian Government, unless otherwise exempted by the Government. Further information is available from https://sydney.edu.au/study/finances-fees-costs/living-costs/health-insurance.html.
Visa/MasterCard/American Express/JCB surcharge
Please note that a surcharge of 1.53% will apply for payments made by Visa, MasterCard, American Express or JCB. The surcharge is subject to review and may change. Information about payment methods and the surcharge is set out at: http://sydney.edu.au/study/finances-fees-costs/fees-and-loans/paying-your-fees.html.
Potential for inaccuracy
Whilst every reasonable effort has been made to include correct and up to date information here, you are also advised to consult directly with the Student Centre so that they can provide you with specific and up to date information about fees.
