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Bachelor of Political Science


  • Australian National University
  • Course CRICOS Code:086219C
  • World Ranking (QS):NO.31
  • Course Duration:156 Weeks
  • Australian State:Australian Capital TerritoryACT
  • Australian City:Canberra
  • Course Intake:Semester 1,Semester 2

Course Description

The Bachelor of Political Science is the only dedicated Political Science degree in Australia. The ANU has some of the world’s finest political scientists, and was the only Australian university to receive a 5 (“well above world class”) in both of the Excellence in Research for Australia’s reports. Located in the national capital, the ANU is the only university with a right to place interns in Australian Parliament House. The Bachelor of Political Science will give you the knowledge, theoretical understandings, and practical skills that underpin a successful career that engages with politics.

Basic Information

Course Discipline Politics and the Economy
Faculty Faculty of Law and Politial Science
Qualification Level Bachelor Degree (Undergraduate)
2025 Course Tuition Fee (Annual) $AUD 44,470
Course Duration 156 Weeks
Campus(es) Canberra

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements At a minimum, all applicants must meet program-specific academic/non-academic requirements, and English language requirements. Admission to most ANU programs is on a competitive basis. Therefore, meeting all admission requirements does not automatically guarantee entry. In line with the university's admissions policy and strategic plan, an assessment for admission may include competitively ranking applicants on the basis of specific academic achievement, English language proficiency and diversity factors.
English Requirements IELTS 6.5 (with no band less than 6.0)
Portfolio Required NO
Work Experience Required NO