Overview

Gain a strong foundation in modern business practice, plus a deep understanding of political systems, diplomacy and global power dynamics. If you're interested in how decisions are made, how economies evolve and how organisations operate in an increasingly interconnected world, this double degree will set you up for a powerful future.

Explore political movements, law-making, diplomacy and global governance while also building practical business skills grounded in ethical, sustainable and inclusive practice. You'll learn to analyse complex issues, understand global trends and make informed decisions across government, business and international organisations.

Career

By combining business expertise with political insight, you'll unlock career pathways across business, government, international organisations and the not-for-profit sector.

Graduates of this Business - Political Science and International Relations programme from Griffith University are well-placed for careers advising government and business leaders, managing programmes in defence, intelligence, trade and aid organisations, or working in political offices, consultancy firms, multinational companies and community organisations.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The Purpose of Business

The Future of Work

Great Debates in Political Thought

Why Money Matters

Grand Challenges for Business

Comparative Political Institutions

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 96 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-13 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-22 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-11-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-10-19 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2027-03-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-09 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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Credits

320 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Gold Coast, Australia
Brisbane, Australia

Disciplines

Business Administration International Relations Political Science View 94 other Bachelors in International Relations in Australia

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Cricos code - 111958M

International students who successfully complete the Direct Entry Programme (DEP) will satisfy the English Language requirements for this Griffith degree.

The Direct Entry Programme (DEP) is not available for Domestic students.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

36500 AUD / year

≈ 36500 AUD / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

17399 AUD / year

≈ 17399 AUD / year

Living costs

Gold Coast

Australia

1313 - 2310 AUD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

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Campus Location

Disciplines

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English requirements

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General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Gold Coast

Funding

Scholarships Information

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