Bachelor of International Relations

UWA’s Bachelor of International Relations is a professional and practice-oriented program that provides the crucial conceptual knowledge and real-world experience required to tackle our most pressing global challenges. You'll develop a rigorous understanding of International Relations from a range of perspectives – political, legal, historical and sociological. In line with our expertise and Perth’s geography, you'll receive unique training focusing on the Indo-Pacific region. 

This comprehensive program includes the option of completing a language major as well as multiple opportunities to develop industry networks, including through in-country fieldwork.

Why study this degree at UWA

• You’ll receive training focused on the Indo-Pacific region. This unique geographic lens focused on the Global South provides you with a holistic and contemporary touchstone for interpreting and responding to global complexities
• Engage directly with policymakers, practitioners and diplomats through the many seminars and workshops offered by UWA’s numerous centres and institutes including the UWA Public Policy Institute and the Defence and Security Institute
• We offer the broadest and most comprehensive suite of language offerings in WA, with multiple opportunities for language exchange

You'll learn to

• understand the key approaches to the study of International Relations, from a range of perspectives – political, sociological, historical and legal
• apply these approaches to some of our most pressing global challenges and seek potential solutions
• apply your knowledge through practical experiences, including in-country fieldwork, language exchange and industry seminars and lectures

Career opportunities: Chief Executive Officer, Journalist, Policy Analyst, Researcher