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

RM107,040

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 and Australia including University of Sheffield, University of Leeds, University of Essex, University of Bristol and University of Melbourne
Unparalleled industry exposure through partnerships with global organisations, NGOs, embassies and think tanks, ensuring real-world learning and impactful career opportunities
Grow with the support of Taylor'sphere, a well-balanced ecosystem and community that nurtures your intellect, craft and practical wisdom

Primary Core

Specialisation 1: Advanced Modules in International Relations
- Social Studies and Transformative Research
- Foreign policies and Diplomacy in Asia Pacific
- International Conflict Negotiation, Mediation and Resolution
- International Law and Organization
- International Political Economy
- National and International Security
- Regional Organisation, Cooperation and Integration
Specialisation 2: Complementary Studies
- 20 credits of free elective / minor modules / global mobility

Work-Based Learning

University Core: MPU

Note: Applicants without a Credit for Bahasa Malaysia in SPM are required to take Bahasa Kebangsaan.

You will need to select any one (1) of the Free Electives offered by Taylor's University.

Note: The free electives offered are subject to availability and you will need to meet the minimum module pre and co-requisite.

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
AUSMAT (SACEi): 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): Overall 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
- Application via APEL A is allowed
- Any other equivalent qualification recognised by the Malaysian Government

Prerequisites

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 with Diploma: Pass SPM / O-Level or equivalent with 3 credits for entry with Diploma qualification.

Note: Candidates need to pass BM and History at SPM level.