Equip yourself with the theoretical and practical tools to analyse and evaluate events and issues in world politics.
International relations provides an in-depth understanding of the nature and exercise of power in world politics; the origins, constitution and development of the international system; how ideas shape order, justice and security; Australia's role in global affairs; the interplay between domestic, international and transnational politics; and a diverse range of state and non-state actors.
Graduates of this major will be global citizens, intellectually open and flexible, aware of and sensitive to cultural difference, and motivated to make positive change through global engagement.
Career possibilities
Our programs prepare you for your first job and beyond. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Asia-Pacific international relations adviser
- International aid worker
- International business consultant
- Policy adviser
- Foreign policy adviser
- Ministerial officer
- Government relations manager
The compulsory exchange semester was the most unique aspect of my program. The life-changing opportunities which came from my exchange include a global network of friends, new professional contacts and mentors, and the opportunity to enhance my Japanese language skills.
I aim to use the academic knowledge and professional skills gained through this course along with being named Queensland’s 2022 Rhodes Scholar to address complex public policy challenges in Australia, particularly those caused by the global health crisis and regional political tensions.
This program could take me absolutely anywhere into a plethora of fields, both political and humanitarian. The incredible lecturers I have encountered have deepened my own passion and made university all the more engaging.
The compulsory exchange semester was the most unique aspect of my program. The life-changing opportunities which came from my exchange include a global network of friends, new professional contacts and mentors, and the opportunity to enhance my Japanese language skills.
I aim to use the academic knowledge and professional skills gained through this course along with being named Queensland’s 2022 Rhodes Scholar to address complex public policy challenges in Australia, particularly those caused by the global health crisis and regional political tensions.
This program could take me absolutely anywhere into a plethora of fields, both political and humanitarian. The incredible lecturers I have encountered have deepened my own passion and made university all the more engaging.
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How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Overseas study
What you'll study
At UQ, subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study:
- Introduction to International Relations
- Introduction to Political Ideas
- International Relations of the Twentieth Century
- Global Security
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