Bachelor of Arts/Bachelor of Commerce - International Relations

Curtin University

With this double degree you can apply core business skills to your creative ventures, and infuse creativity and critical thinking into business contexts. You will learn technical skills in both your chosen disciplines, as well as transferable skills such as communication and problem-solving. You’ll also enjoy access to Curtin’s business, media and performance facilities. Develop real-world experience before you graduate. Learn how work-integrated learning helps you build career skills and connect with industry early. At Curtin, we’re here to support you in boosting your employability and achieving your professional goals.International relations is a dynamic, multi-disciplinary field that investigates the social, economic and environmental relationships between different political bodies. This double degree major explores contemporary global issues through political theory, international relations theory, foreign policy, strategic studies and political history. You’ll study the art of diplomacy and policymaking, geopolitical change, and national and regional security in military, political and geo-economic contexts. Political and regional globalisation are explored in-depth, with an emphasis on the Asia Pacific. International trade, environmental change, resource management and human rights issues are also examined. You’ll develop skills in critical analysis, problem-solving and written and oral communications – skills that underpin influential careers in international relations.

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