Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) in International Relations
Taylor's University
Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Quick Facts
Duration
3 years
Mode
Full-time, On-campus
Intake
Feb, Apr, Sep
Tuition Fees
RM98,004
Course Highlights
- Spend 2 years of learning on campus and your final year on-site doing work-based learning where you'll manage real-life projects under the guidance of lecturers and industry coaches
- Option to transfer overseas to established universities in the UK including University of Sheffield, University of Leeds and University of Essex
- Grow with the support of Taylor’sphere, a well-balanced ecosystem and community that nurtures your intellect, craft and practical wisdom
- No. 1 private university in Malaysia and Southeast Asia
Course Structure
Common Core:
- Writing in Social Science
- Introduction to Sociology
- Introduction to Political Philosophy
- Introduction to Social Statistics
- Social Theory
- Social Studies and Transformative Research
- Social Psychology
- Politics and Public Issues in Malaysia
Specialisation Modules:
- Introduction to International Relations
- International Relations Theories
- Foreign policies and Diplomacy in Asia Pacific
- International Conflict Negotiation, Mediation and Resolution
- International Political Economy
- International Law and Organisation
- National and International Security
- Regional Organisation, Cooperation & Integration
Entry Requirements
- Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM - CGPA 2.00 for 3 subjects with min. Grade C for each subject
- Unified Examination Certificate (UEC): Pass with min. 5Bs including English
- A Level: Min. DDD
- South Australian Matriculation (SAM)/SACE International: Min. ATAR 55
- Canadian Pre-University (CPU): Min. average of 55% in 6 subjects
- International Baccalaureate (IB): Min. 24 points in 6 subjects
- Monash University Foundation Year (MUFY): 50%
- Taylor's Foundation and Diploma programmes: Pass any Taylor's Foundation / Diploma programme with CGPA 2.00
- MOHE Matriculation: Pass with min. CGPA 2.00
- Other Equivalent Qualification:
- Pass Foundation / Diploma / Higher Diploma / Advanced Diploma from any other institution recognised by Malaysian Government with min.CGPA 2.00; or
- Application via APEL A is allowed; or
- Any other equiv. qualification recognized by the M'sian Government.
Prerequisite:
- SPM / O-Level with Pre-U / Foundation: Pass SPM / O-Level or equivalent with 5 credits for entry with Pre-University / Foundation qualification (Except for UEC).
- SPM/O Level or equivalent with Diploma: Pass SPM / O-Level or equivalent with 3 credits for entry with Diploma qualification.
- Candidates need to pass BM and History at SPM level.
Overseas Transfer Options: United Kingdom (UK)
- University of Sheffield:
- BA International Relations in Politics 1+2 years
- University of Leeds:
- BA International Development 1+2 years
- BA International Relations 1+2 years
- BA Politics 1+2 years
- University of Essex:
- BA Global Politics 1+2 / 2+1 years
- BA International Development 1+2 / 2+1 years
- BA International Relations 1+2 / 2+1 years
- BA Philosophy, Politics and Economics 1+2 / 2+1 years
- BA Politics 1+2 / 2+1 years
- BA Politics and International Relations 1+2 / 2+1 years
- BA Politics with Business 1+2 / 2+1 years
- BA Politics with Human Rights 1+2 / 2+1 years
- BSc Economics and Politics 1+2 / 2+1 years
- BSc Politics and International Relations 1+2 / 2+1 years
- BSc Politics with Business 1+2 / 2+1 years
- BSc Politics with Data Science 1+2 / 2+1 years
- BA Liberal Arts 1+2 / 2+1 years
- BA Global Studies 1+2 / 2+1 years
- BA Social Change 1+2 / 2+1 years
- University of Bristol
- BSc International Social and Public Policy 1+2 years
- MUET/IELTS/TOEFL/UEC: Pass English
- Taylor's EET: Overall Score 5.0
- Taylor's IEN: Level 2 - Grade C
- Pre-U/Diploma: Completed Pre-U/Diploma that was conducted in English
Estimated Fees
Application fees (non-refundable)
RM650
Tuition fees
RM98,004
Total payable amount
RM98,654
Other savings
Up to RM8,000