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Bachelor of Global Studies

La Trobe University

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About

At La Trobe, you’ll learn from our highly respected academics in international relations, Asian studies, languages and politics.

In our Bachelor of Global Studies, you’ll gain a strong grounding in the issues facing key regions and countries around the world.

You’ll study core subjects examining the history of international relations and geopolitics, contemporary security issues and the emerging challenges of human and environmental security. You’ll also analyse the dynamics of power, sovereignty and security, exploring transformational changes in 21st century international relations.

Areas of study

Asian politics and security, Chinese studies, conflict and negotiation, French studies, government and policy, Greek studies, Hindi studies, human rights, international relations, Italian studies, Japanese studies, Spanish studies, sustainability and development.

Career opportunities

Roles in government, inter-governmental agencies and international organisations, in fields including foreign affairs, international trade, policy analysis, humanitarian support.

Prerequisites

One of English Standard, English Advanced (Band 2), English as an Additional Language or Dialect (Band 3).

Admission criteria

Applicants with recent secondary education

Subject adjustments: Applicants who successfully complete one of the following HSC or equivalent Year 12 subjects will have their selection rank increased by one point per study:

  • Band 3 in Ancient History, Drama, Geography, Legal Studies, Modern History, Personal Development, Health and Physical Education (PDHPE), Society and Culture, Studies of Religion II
  • Band 2 in any language other than English

Selection ranks can be increased by a maximum of five points.

All applicants

Subject proficiency: Demonstrated proficiency equivalent to stated Year 12 prerequisites.

Academic record: This course uses the entire academic record as part of its selection considerations.

Refer to detailed information about admission criteria on the La Trobe University website.

Also refer to La Trobe University general admission criteria, location and equity adjustments.

Student profile

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Further information

View all details of this course on the La Trobe University website.

ATAR profile

ATAR-based offers only (semester 1, 2023)

Use all ATAR profile data as a guide only; it provides a broad overview of the ATARs and selection ranks of previous Year 12 students admitted into that course. ATARs and selection ranks required for entry in 2024 may be different. If you are unsure about including a course among your preferences, contact the relevant institution.

  1. This ATAR profile table is in line with Commonwealth Government transparency requirements. It is based on offers to recent school leavers (ie completed Year 12 in the last 2 years) who were selected solely or partly on their ATAR. Note that some institutions further differentiate this information on their websites.
  2. The ATAR values exclude any adjustment factors.
  3. The selection ranks include the ATAR and any adjustment factors.

Abbreviations

– = data is not available.
<5 = less than 5 ATAR-based offers were made.
N/A = no offers were made on the basis of ATAR.
NC = new course
NP = Not provided by institution
NR = No reportable profile
NS = No Semester 1 offers
NN = Unavailable (other)
NO = Entry on other criteria

Student profile

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