OpenBachelor degreeSociety and Culture

Bachelor of Government

ProviderUniversity of Canberra
Course code: SIA-215483UniversityStudy area: Society and CultureCourse data availableData JSON

Course overview

Are you ready to shape the future of Australia and the world? This degree will prepare you to do exactly that. With the qualification we offer, you can make a successful career in public service at all levels of government (including strategic government departments), the private sector (including large corporations and companies), local and global NGOs, as well as international organisations. In this course, we will help you become well-versed in essential concepts from political science, international relations, national security, applied economics, public policy, and public administration. As the Canberra-based university that trains and works with the practical thought leaders in Canberra's governments, we will train you in tackling contemporary government challenges head-on, enhance your critical thinking and report writing skills, and present innovative solutions to diverse audiences. You will have a chance to align your learning journey with your career goals and ensure you are prepared for the challenges ahead. Join us in our mission of "working with government and for society" and become the professional the world needs in government affairs.

Entry requirements

Review the available standard entry requirements, English requirements and additional notes for this course.

Standard entry

Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank.

A rank can be achieved by the following means:

  • Year 12 ATAR
  • other Australian Qualification
  • work experience
  • overseas qualification
English requirement
Cambridge C1 Advanced 176, no component below 169Cambridge C2 Proficiency 176, no component below 169IELTS Academic 6.5, no band below 6PTE Academic 58, no component below 50TOEFL iBT 79, no component below 20

If your current English result is below direct entry, consider the university-recognised English language pathway or ELICOS package; successful completion at the required level can usually satisfy English entry without another English test.

Course curriculum

Course structure, credit points and subject sequence

Course curriculum not yet available

Refer to the institution course handbook.