The University of Notre Dame Australia
Bachelor of Arts (Politics and International Relations)
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationStudying Australian politics and international relations is valuable training for anyone who wishes to pursue a career in politics, diplomacy, journalism, and Governmental policymaking. You will cover a wide range of issues you might encounter in your career. This includes exploring terrorism, climate change, the global economy, media and politics and Australia’s foreign policy.
This three-year degree is divided into three main streams: Australian Politics, International Relations, and Political Theory. While all students acquire a thorough knowledge of Australia’s political institutions in the first year, you will have the opportunity to pursue more specialist topics in Years Two and Three, with options including US Foreign Policy, The Middle East, Terrorism and Intelligence and Australian Foreign Policy.
Delivery mode
The University of Notre Dame Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 19 Mouat St, Fremantle
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Bachelor of Arts (Politics and International Relations) will prepare you for the following roles.
Diplomat
Diplomats, also known as Public Diplomacy Officers, work for the Australian government and are responsible for advancing Australian interests overs...
Political Adviser
Political Advisors provide specialist advisory services to politicians, parliamentarians, and government officials. They are employed by state and...
Policy Adviser
A Policy Adviser helps to develop and improve policies impacting on government departments, commercial businesses and not-for-profit organisations....
Political Analyst
A Political Analyst studies political systems, trends, and developments to provide insights and support decision-making processes. You might work i...
Ministerial Advisor
A Ministerial Advisor provides strategic advice and support to government ministers on policy, legislative, and political matters. You might work i...
Ministerial Liaison Officer
A Ministerial Liaison Officer facilitates communication and coordination between ministers, government departments, and stakeholders. You might wor...
Government Consultant
Government consultants are independent professionals who provide advisory services to politicians and government agencies including federal, state,...
International Relations Officer
International Relations officers are marketing and PR professionals who manage how their company or organisational brand is perceived and experienc...
International Relations Specialist
An International Relations Specialist analyses global political trends and advises organisations on foreign policy and international affairs. You m...
Government Relations Manager
A Government Relations Manager develops and executes strategies to build strong relationships between an organisation and government entities. You’...
Foreign Affairs Adviser
A Foreign Affairs Adviser shapes and implements national foreign policy through strategic planning and research on international issues. You’ll ana...
About The University of Notre Dame Australia
In today’s world, thinking critically and creatively are essential life skills.
Notre Dame degrees, based in the Catholic intellectual tradition of liberal education, equip students with an increased ability to think and reason, a vital advantage not only during study but far beyond to their professional and personal lives.
Students are encouraged to expand their minds. They learn to think creatively and critically, to see the world, its opportunities and their place in it more clearly. They learn to learn for life.
