Bachelor of International Relations (3 Year Program)

This program is only available to international students. Your preference is currently set to domestic.

This program is only available to international students. Your preference is currently set to domestic.

Program overview


Bond’s Bachelor of International Relations (3-year Program) is only available to international students. Domestic students, please see Bachelor of International Relations.
  
In the globalised world of the 21st Century, every country is affected by what happens beyond its borders. Prosperity and security are impacted by international politics; business opportunities and trade are dependent on global partnerships and agreements.

 Bond’s Bachelor of International Relations offers a fascinating exploration of the interconnected web of international relationships and the factors that shape them: from politics, ideologies, diplomacy, and governance, to war and peace, food security and the impact of climate change on our collective future. 
 
This program takes you on a voyage of discovery into the politics, economics, and diplomacy of key geographic regions. You will develop an in-depth understanding of global matters of concern.  
 
The Bachelor of International Relations (3-year Program) is designed for international students who prefer to study two semesters per year (rather than the usual Bond model of three semesters per year). Your classes will be held in the January and September semesters of each year so you will complete the degree over three years.

Program code: HS-20045

CRICOS code: 094543B

Program overview


Bond’s Bachelor of International Relations (3-year Program) is only available to international students. Domestic students, please see Bachelor of International Relations.
  
In the globalised world of the 21st Century, every country is affected by what happens beyond its borders. Prosperity and security are impacted by international politics; business opportunities and trade are dependent on global partnerships and agreements.

 Bond’s Bachelor of International Relations offers a fascinating exploration of the interconnected web of international relationships and the factors that shape them: from politics, ideologies, diplomacy, and governance, to war and peace, food security and the impact of climate change on our collective future. 
 
This program takes you on a voyage of discovery into the politics, economics, and diplomacy of key geographic regions. You will develop an in-depth understanding of global matters of concern.  
 
The Bachelor of International Relations (3-year Program) is designed for international students who prefer to study two semesters per year (rather than the usual Bond model of three semesters per year). Your classes will be held in the January and September semesters of each year so you will complete the degree over three years.

Program code: HS-20045

CRICOS code: 094543B

Bond international relations students take on the world in New York City

About this program

The Bachelor of International Relations prepares you for a fascinating career in a globalising world. Global and regional interdependence means that no state is unaffected by developments beyond its borders. Prosperity and security are based on international orientations. Businesses, governments, and organisations need people equipped with relevant professional skills and competencies in International Relations. You will explore a rich variety of interconnected issues in International Relations and the factors which shape them, including war and peace on our planet, human security, diplomacy, governance, and the influence of climate change on the future world. You will gain insight into politics, economy, and diplomacy both in Australia and other world geographic regions. An in-depth understanding of the world around us and the skills needed for its interpretation equip you for future employment in International Relations and many other areas where such capacities are required.

The three-year program is designed for international students who wish to study via a two-semester-a-year model, allowing them to complete the program over a three-year period instead of the standard two.

What you'll be studying

  • Study Overview

    The Bachelor of International Relations is made up of 24 subjects (240 credit points). For the 3-year program, you will take a full-time study load of 40 credit points for the January and September semesters each year. Study plans can be tailored to your interests and career aspirations.

Program features

  • Active learning

    You will engage in simulations that enable you to apply theory to practice. You will also have the opportunity to experience authentic international relations environments through for-credit internships and Model United Nations conferences around the world.

  • Tailor your study plan

    Personalise your study program to suit your career and personal interests by choosing from an extensive list of available subjects.

  • Model UN Conferences

    Bond is a multi-award-winning regular participant in the Model United Nations program globally. Our students travel around the world to take part in Model UN Conferences, and we are the only university in Australia offering a dedicated Model UN subject. We also have the Bond University United Nations Students Association which hosts its own Model UN Conference each semester and encourages participation in debates on matters of global importance.

  • Industry in the classroom

    Our International Relations subjects are mentored by experienced academics and industry professionals, with expertise including international security, strategic analysis, the United Nations, climate change, political economy, policy, and sports diplomacy.

  • Make a difference

    Extracurricular programs such as Transformer and Beyond Bond let you work on projects of your interest as part of your studies.

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Inherent requirements

Inherent requirements are the essential abilities, knowledge and skills required to successfully complete the program. Learn more about the inherent requirements and make an informed decision about your capacity to undertake the program.

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Hear from our Bondies

  • "Bond University’s international relations program allows students to balance diplomatic experiences with international relations theory. Our programs follow an active learning approach, where students learn to develop key employability skills through real world simulations – enhancing their communication, presentation, negotiation, and research skills by dealing with historical and ongoing political affairs around the world."

    Mark Dinnen - Assistant Professor

  • "In my teenage years I was fascinated by the work of the United Nations, conflict resolution, development and international diplomacy. When I enrolled at Bond I knew I wanted to study something that would give me the opportunity to make a change, of leaving a mark. International relations has provided me with an all-round understanding of the challenges and opportunities of a globalising world and a unique foundation for my future career.”

    Alessandro Benedetti - Alumnus, Italy
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Hear from our Bondies

  • "Bond University’s international relations program allows students to balance diplomatic experiences with international relations theory. Our programs follow an active learning approach, where students learn to develop key employability skills through real world simulations – enhancing their communication, presentation, negotiation, and research skills by dealing with historical and ongoing political affairs around the world."

    Mark Dinnen - Assistant Professor

  • "In my teenage years I was fascinated by the work of the United Nations, conflict resolution, development and international diplomacy. When I enrolled at Bond I knew I wanted to study something that would give me the opportunity to make a change, of leaving a mark. International relations has provided me with an all-round understanding of the challenges and opportunities of a globalising world and a unique foundation for my future career.”

    Alessandro Benedetti - Alumnus, Italy
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