The world is changing fast. Broaden your horizons and stay one step ahead with a course in International Studies from UOW.
At UOW, we analyse global issues like unstable economies, changing climates and the rise of social media, to explore their impact on the world. The skills you’ll gain in international relations and global development and sustainability, can take you to all corners of the globe.
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The world is yours to discover when you study at UOW.
We encourage you to have an international outlook with overseas study opportunities that include semester exchange and short course programs. If you add a language to your program of study, you'll also have the chance to participate in in-country language programs when travel is permitted.
If you choose a Bachelor of Arts in Western Civilisation and receive a UOW Ramsey Scholarship, you will receive a return international airfare for an approved overseas study experience.
UOW academics are passionate about what they do and are actively engaged in their industry. You will learn from experts across fields of and .
Speak the language of the modern world. You will choose from Chinese (Mandarin), French, Italian, Japanese or Spanish to be studied as a minor**. Languages can be studied from beginners to advanced level. You will learn from native language speakers by using the latest learning techniques with teaching grounded in the relevant culture and society. Our Language Centre provides a world-class learning experience using the latest learning techniques. Learn about the future of learning languages and how it is an essential and desired skill that employers look for.
Many UOW International Studies graduates go on to have careers in foreign affairs and international organisations, and with other businesses that have a focus beyond Australia’s borders. Being bilingual or multilingual enhances employability prospects and opens up global career options.
The latest QILT Employer Satisfaction Survey (2021) ranked employers' overall satisfaction with UOW graduates at 91.7% (84.7% national average), placing UOW 1st among all universities nationally.
UOW Bachelor of International Studies student, Montana Byers, interned in the heart of the US political system to experience the cut and thrust of Washington DC as part of a prestigious internship program.
Learn, network, travel, volunteer and grow your social scene in one of 150 UOW student clubs.
As a UOW student you'll have access to Peer Coaches, academic consultations, and online resources that are there to help you every step of the way.
[Tasman Fitzer – Bachelor of Arts (Honours) student]
I love studying arts and humanities because I think there's just so many places you can go with it. I think what I love about it is you know, there's no sort of right and wrong, it's all about questioning and reasoning, and arguing, and researching, and I really enjoy that.
[Dr Jen Roberts, History Lecturer]
Our arts and humanities graduates are so well placed to make a meaningful difference in an unstable world.
[Tasman]
I think one of the real great benefits of studying in an area like arts and humanities is that it just covers so many different areas of study. I've got a history major; I've done sociology subjects, I've done
English Literature subjects, politics subjects, you know, there's so much on offer and you can really have a try of a whole heap of different things before you really sort of focus in on what you find you
[Dr Roberts]
I think it's really important for students to have a fair degree of flexibility in selecting their majors and their minors within an arts or humanities degree. UOW has a fantastic range of different subjects that you're able to sort of have a go at. Not everybody is going to be interested in the same areas of inquiry, or disciplines as we call them, and we want students to be able to really test the waters of what they're passionate about, what they're interested in, and what is meaningful for them.
[Tasman]
So this year I've had the awesome opportunity to undertake an honours degree which is, you know, a
real research focused degree, and I've really, really enjoyed that. You sort of become a mini expert in
a particular area of interest.
[Dr Roberts]
Research skills are highly valued by employers and they make you a very flexible person in terms of your career because they are such transferable skills.
[Tasman]
The best experience I've had outside the classroom at the university here is being able to study abroad. I've had the opportunity to go and study over in England at Cambridge University, to study history, and that was such a great experience because you know, well it's my area of focus and
and you know, something I'm familiar with.
[Tasman]
It was a slightly different way of doing things you know, they covered different areas that we didn't cover and that's an opportunity that's available to any student studying here, and there's support and
grants available for students to do that.
[Dr Roberts]
It's just a real privilege to see them graduate from their degree as highly confident, articulate, analytical thinkers that are going to make a really big difference in their communities and in their future career paths.
Expand your horizons. Learn about your study overseas options, destinations, and reasons why you should study overseas with UOW.
Combining study and travel is achievable with a number of funding and financial supports available to assist you in studying overseas, including UOW travel grants, Australian government grants, and OS-HELP loans.
If you have ever dreamed of seeing the world and immersing yourself in a new culture, a study overseas program can offer you an amazing educational adventure - and an experience that will last a lifetime.
The best experience I've had outside the classroom at the university here is being able to study abroad. Tasman
More than 200 scholarships are on offer to UOW students each year, rewarding academic or sporting excellence or community contributions.
UOW has a range of admissions options available for students of all ages and academic backgrounds. We are here to support your choices and open doors, so you can graduate ready for your future career.
From a hike in the mountains, to a swim in the ocean and all the food, shopping and culture nestled in between, there’s always something happening in °µÍø½ûÇø.