BA (Honours) - Political Science and International Relations in Crawley Australia | The University of Western Australia

The University of Western Australia | Crawley Australia
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD 35,900
(c. USD25,335.28)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Earning an honours degree not only equips you for advanced studies like master's and doctoral programs, but also showcases to potential employers your heightened ability for self-directed learning and research, as well as improved problem-solving, analytical thinking, independent study, and communication abilities.

The Political Science and International Relations honours program allows for deeper and broader exploration of these fields compared to earlier undergraduate studies. It aims to build a stronger foundation in the discipline while honing analytical and research capabilities suited for advanced political studies. An honours degree (or equivalent) is crucial if you're considering postgraduate research opportunities. While academically focused rather than career-specific, many students have found this qualification valuable in their professional journeys. Employers increasingly recognize that an honours degree represents a higher achievement than a standard three-year bachelor's degree. For our recent graduates entering roles in Commonwealth and State government services, parliamentary offices, NGOs, public relations firms, and media organizations, the degree has demonstrated direct career relevance.


Destination of Study

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Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

To be eligible for admission to your chosen honours course at UWA you must successfully - complete a bachelors degree or equivalent from a recognised university.
Applicants wishing to commence an undergraduate degree at UWA must satisfy the Universitys academic and English language competence ELC requirements to be eligible for a place within the course.
Overseas secondary studies taught and examined in English Secondary teaching and examination in English is acceptable if deemed equivalent to Australian matriculation Year 12 with a pass in the final year English paper completed within two years of application.
IELTS Academic - Minimum overall score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 must include Academic Reading and Writing modules for all courses.
TOEFL - Internet-based Test iBT An overall score of 82 with a minimum score of 22 in the Writing section 18 in the Reading section 20 in the Speaking section and 20 in the Listening section for all courses.
TOEFL - Essay Rating Test of Written English TWE of 45 and either 230 Computer-based or 570 Paper-based score.

Tuition AUD 35,900

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