Global Studies - A2001

Make the changes you want to see in the world. With the Bachelor of Global Studies, you’ll learn how to critically analyse the global challenges facing cultures and communities, and develop innovative solutions.

Led by an Industry Advisory Board and academic experts, and offering a big range of internship opportunities, this course will equip you with the skills to lead positive social change and excel in a competitive job market. Upon completion of the three-year degree you'll be prepared for diverse careers in business, community, government, foreign affairs, and global politics.

Discover Your Path to Impact: Degrees in Global Relations, Politics & Economics.
Clayton: Thursday May 22, 2025. 

Wondering which degree to choose: Global Studies; International Relations; or Philosophy, Politics + Economics? Discover how each program offers a unique global perspective. Hear from alumni, students, and scholars tackling today's and tomorrow's big issues and making a positive impact in the world.


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What is a Bachelor of Global Studies?

The Monash Bachelor of Global Studies is a unique course tackling the most important challenges that the world’s communities face including: climate change; peace and conflict; the rich-poor gap; and crime and justice. Global studies is an interdisciplinary field drawing on politics, economics, sociology, history, medicine and science. You will apply your knowledge and skills to real life scenarios through leadership, culture and globalisation core units; and an overseas study component.

Jobs with a Global Studies degree?

Our graduates are highly competitive in the workforce and have gone on to pursue a range of careers including positions within politics and government, international development, human rights and the environmental sector, health and community services, retail, banking & financial services, and media and communications.

Graduate employers include: World Vision; Brotherhood of St Laurence; NorthWestern Mental Health; Australian Red Cross; Global Compact Network Australia; Secours populaire français; Flourish Girl; Royal Thai Consulate General Melbourne; Department of Defence; Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment; Department of Social Services (DSS); Department of Jobs, Precincts and Regions; Parliament of Australia; Telstra; Optus; NAB; ANZ; Coles Group; Myer; Woolworths Group; Berlitz Japan; The Social CliQ; Accenture.

The Monash Bachelor of Global Studies prepares you for the careers of the future. Our graduates are securing newly emerging jobs like ‘Ethical Sourcing Officer’ and ‘Global Content Curator’. Find out more about potential careers in government, business, not-for-profit, and communication from our Bachelor of Global Studies graduates.

At a glance

Subject prerequisites
English Maths Sciences / Other
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Course Details

Location
  • On-campus at Clayton: Full time & part time
Duration
  • 3 years (full time)
  • 6 years (part time)
Start date
 First Semester (February)
Second Semester (July)
Qualification
 Bachelor of Global Studies
Fees

Information about fees

Course Handbook

Entry Requirements

Entry Requirements (Domestic students)

There are many ways to be considered for entry to a Monash University degree depending on your educational background and history. The below options reflect the academic requirements for the different applicant categories (or the highest level of education previously completed) to be considered for this Monash course. All applicants must satisfy equivalence of the VCE subject prerequisites or equivalent tertiary units including the English language requirements.

Qualifications

Equivalent Australian Year 12

Alternative qualifications and prerequisites

For other domestic and international qualification entry requirements and scores for this course based on your prior studies, use the study credit and admissions eligibility search.

English requirements

Applicants must also meet the English language requirements.

University entrance requirements

Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.

The course is structured in three parts: Part A. Global studies core, Part B. Global studies specialist knowledge and Part C. Free electives

Partner with another course

Double degree courses allow you to study towards two different degrees at the same time, and graduate with two separate qualifications. And because a required subject in one course can count as an elective in the other, our double degrees take up to two years less than if you studied for the two degrees separately.

Making the application

Future students

Semester one (February)

Applications for on campus studies should be made online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre

Apply through VTAC

Semester two (July)

Applications for on campus studies should be made online through the Victorian Tertiary Admissions Centre

Apply through VTAC

Current Monash students

You may apply to transfer from another Monash course. Transfers are a competitive process. You may apply mid-year for available courses however consideration will be given as to whether you will be able to follow your course progression.

Please note that if you apply for a course transfer, you should still enrol in your current course as if you were continuing so as not to jeopardise your enrolment in the Faculty if your transfer application is unsuccessful. More about Course Transfer...

Self assess for credit eligibility

Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page

Fees

Fees are subject to change annually.

Commonwealth supported place (CSP)

The average annual student contribution amount for 2025 is:

A$16,000

Note: see information on how fees are calculated.

Fee assistance

As a Commonwealth supported student, you may be able to either:

Full fee

Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year. The fees for 2025 are:

A$32,200

Scholarships

We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.

Other fees

The Student Services and Amenities Fee applies to some students each calendar year.

HEAR FROM OUR GRADUATES

"So many of the people you are in a cohort with are going to go on to do really awesome things, and you want to be there for that journey, you want to watch them and learn from them.

You're making networks, you’re making connections before they get those amazing roles, which is really cool. And you're learning skills by working on a team and a committee or running an event or a programme and being involved. They're the things that put the theory into practice for you, and that's a really key marker in your learning growth journey.”

IMOGEN KANE 

Bachelor of Global Studies (2021); 2023 Australian Youth Representative to the United Nations, DFAT; Project Officer – Children's Strategy, UNICEF Australia.

Why study Global Studies at Monash?

  • Reputation & rankings

    As Australia’s largest international university and one of the world’s top 1% universities, Monash is the perfect foundation for your global studies degree. The Bachelor of Global Studies is a member of the Global Studies Consortium, and with over 160 partner institutions in over 30 countries, we provide the vital programs needed to apply your skills locally and abroad.

  • Overseas study

    Explore an essential aspect of this course through overseas study, which can be completed across a full semester or taken intensively. You could take units offered at a Monash international location, join one of our many study tours, or study at one of our prestigious partner universities. It’s compulsory to take at least three overseas study units, but you can take more if you want.

  • Global Immersion Guarantee

    Access Monash's award-winning Global Immersion Guarantee (GIG) – an opportunity to spend two weeks studying in one of a variety of international locations, with flights, accommodation, visas and all program costs covered as part of your degree.

  • Internships

    Discover industry internships locally and abroad and gain hands-on experience while earning degree credits. Previous internships include Asialink, Australia Africa Chamber of Commerce, British Consulate General Melbourne, and the Centre for Multicultural Youth.

  • Global Scholars Program

    Take advantage of our Global Scholars Program which offers 15 x $3000 scholarships to support extended overseas study, and is exclusive to Bachelor of Global Studies students. The program challenges you to engage with your international experience, to step outside and reflect on the people and culture of your chosen destination.

  • Industry connections

    Be supported by our network of world-renowned academics and the Global Studies Industry Advisory Board who will help to guide your interests and passions into a future-proof professional pathway. The board consists of professionals from diverse backgrounds with direct links to business, government and the social sector.