La Trobe University's Bachelor of Global Studies give a strong grounding in the issues facing key regions and countries around the world. The University has designed this degree to introduce students to global problems and their policy responses, so they will develop the tools to tackle the challenges of the future.
Students will study core subjects examining the history of international relations and geopolitics, contemporary security issues – such as American power, the rise of China, contemporary armed conflict and terrorism – and the emerging challenges of human and environmental security.
Students will look at international cooperation and conflict. They will analyze the dynamics of power, sovereignty and security, exploring transformational changes in 21st century international relations. Students will Investigate the powerful role of international law – including humanitarian, environmental and refugee law.
Students can tailor their degree with specially curated majors and minors that allow them to explore the geopolitical and humanitarian forces shaping the world. They can choose from majors such as international relations, human rights, conflict and negotiation, Asian politics and security, government and policy, sustainability and development, Chinese, Japanese, Hindi, Spanish, Greek, French and Italian.
Global experiences are a vital part of global studies. Students will get out of the classroom and into the real world with a study experience at one of the university's overseas partner universities and build both skills and a professional network. Students can also have the opportunity to do an internship, either in Australia or overseas, that's tailored to their career goals.
