Learn to navigate society's key challenges and strive for positive change.
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Shape the future of government
Located in the heartland of the Australian Government, P站视频 is the perfect place to help launch your career in government, politics, international relations, economics or social policy.
With our Bachelor of Politics and International Relations and Bachelor of Social and Economic Policy, you'll be supported during your studies and build the practical skills and specialist knowledge to create meaningful change in a broad range of industries.
By exploring counterterrorism, foreign affairs, public policy and more, you鈥檒l gain a unique insight into society's key challenges. You鈥檒l build a strong foundational knowledge in the social sciences and finish your degree prepared for a future in the Australian Public Service, parliament, business, or civil society. Plus, with government and industry projects, internships, professional practice and networking opportunities, you鈥檒l graduate ready for whatever comes next in your career.
Study Politics, Economics and Society at P站视频 and be part of the bigger picture.
The home of Australian politics
Gain a unique insight into public policy, economics and society in Australia's political heartland.
#1 in Canberra
We're #1 in Canberra for student experience and student support in Social Sciences.
(GUG, 2024)
Industry connected
Grow your professional network and practical experience as you study, so you can graduate prepared and connected.
The home of Australian politics
Gain a unique insight into public policy, economics and society in Australia's political heartland.
#1 in Canberra
We're #1 in Canberra for student experience and student support in Social Sciences.
(GUG, 2024)
Industry connected
Grow your professional network and practical experience as you study, so you can graduate prepared and connected.
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Chat with expert teaching staff, connect with a current student and learn how a degree in Education, Health, Business, Science, Technology, Arts or Communication can pave the way to a range of exciting and rewarding career paths.
Work Integrated Learning (WIL) is a core component of all Politics, Economics and Society courses at P站视频, allowing you to gain professional experience alongside your degree.
P站视频鈥檚 Bachelor of Politics and International Relations and Bachelor of Social and Economic Policy offer a range of internships, that help give you a better understanding of business practice. Step out of the classroom and into the real-world with approximately 75 hours of practical experience.
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Pathways to Politics for Women
Our Pathways to Politics for Women Program is a proudly non-partisan initiative that aims to change the face of politics by equipping women with the skills, knowledge, confidence, and networks they need to run for elected office and thrive as political leaders. There are no fees to participate in this program.
Applications for Pathways to Politics close 24 April 2024.
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鈥淵ou can learn content anywhere, but getting real, hands-on experience from tutors who really care about your success is priceless.鈥
Peter Tokich
Bachelor of Applied Economics/Bachelor of Laws
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We鈥檙e here to help you turn your aspirations into reality. If you鈥檇 like to know more, the P站视频 Future Students team is here to answer all your questions.