Bachelor of International Relations

In what ways is the world changing?

What influence do we have?

How can we reduce conflict?International relations is about interactions across oceans and borders.

It examines the political and societal forces of international change.

To study it is to delve into history, politics, economics, anthropology and law.

Students can take a minor in: Chinese Studies French Studies Geography, Environment and Population German Studies History Indonesian Studies International Business International Development Italian Studies Japanese Studies Modern Greek Studies Spanish Studies

Academic Program Rules

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Bachelor of International Relations

Example Study Plan

Study plans are available on the Faculty of Arts website.

For those who are based in Adelaide, we will be offering a blended delivery mode that combines face-to-face with remote learning in as many courses as possible, taking into consideration social distancing and hygiene. All lectures will continue to be delivered online for the remainder of the year, with some exceptions.

For our students who are studying offshore for the remainder of the 2020 Academic Year, the University will continue to offer high-quality access to the learning resources remotely. This includes all lectures, tutorials and other support material. Students will be advised in advance if there are course components that cannot be provided in remote mode and, wherever possible, offered alternative courses.

Career Readiness

• Non-government organisations
• Amnesty International
• AusAid
• Australian Red Cross
• Australian Secret Intelligence Service
• Australian Security Intelligence Organisation
• CARE Australia
• Caritas Australia
• Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
• Department of Immigration and Border Protection
• Migration Solutions
• Multicultural Youth SA
• World Vision Australia
• Journalism and media
• The United Nations
• The World Bank, financial services, international businesses, investment banks
• Tourism and trade
• Humanitarian aid and human rights organisations

The University of Adelaide Careers Service prepares, inspires and empowers students to achieve successful career transitions and connect with industry.

Potential careers

Member of Parliament, NGO Policy Officer, Community Development Officer, Community Outreach Worker, Policy Developer, Cultural Heritage Officer, Translator, UN Human Rights Officer, Journalist, Ministerial Adviser, News Presenter, Non Government Organisation Worker, Columnist, Communications Officer, Parliamentary Adviser, Parliamentary Member, Political Adviser, Diplomatic corps, Public Servant, Quarantine Officer, Foreign Affairs, Foreign Aid Worker, ...