The Bachelor of International Studies (Honours) degree develops core skills and knowledge in theory and research in the cultural and communicative aspects of globalisation and the world system.

The program is based on a combination of coursework and a research project in the chosen field of study.

Its objective is to produce graduates who will be able to think clearly, flexibly and critically, and be able to weigh up evidence and arguments and make rational choices.

Graduates should be able to express themselves effectively, both orally and in writing;

be able to work cooperatively in a team;

and be able to demonstrate a depth of understanding in one or more fields of knowledge.

The Honours Program also prepares students for further study at the Master of Philosophy (MPhil) and Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) level.

Courses

See the course list for courses that can be studied as part of the Bachelor of International Studies (Honours).

Click on the course code to view the Course Profile, for further information including advice of courses with shared teaching activities.

Majors/Specialisations

Studies may be undertaken in the following specialisations. Please click on the major(s) that are of interest to you for more information.

Bachelor of International Studies (Honours)

• Chinese MajorFrench MajorGerman MajorHistory MajorIndonesian MajorInternational Inequality and Development MajorInternational Relations MajorJapanese MajorKorean MajorPeace and Conflict Studies MajorRussian MajorSpanish Major

Honours

Honours is available as part of the standard program awarded based on a cumulative weighted GPA. For details refer to the Program Rules.

To complete the Bachelor of International Studies (Honours)

To fulfil the requirements of the Bachelor of International Studies (Honours), a student must complete the requisite number of courses chosen from the course list in accordance with the Program Rules.

Students should be aware of the University of Queensland policies and rules which govern the conduct of UQ programs. These may be found on the UQ policies and rules page on the my.UQ website.