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

RM101,004

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 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

Course Structure

  • Introduction to Political Philosophy
  • Introduction to International Relations
  • Writing in Social Science
  • International Relations Theories
  • Politics and Public Issues in Malaysia
  • Social Psychology
  • Introduction to Social Statistics
  • Social Theory
  • 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

  • Industry Project I
  • Contemporary Issues in Asia Pacific
  • Industry Project II
  • Managing and Leading International Relations Project

MPU

  • Penghayatan Etika dan Peradaban / Bahasa Melayu Komunikasi 2
  • Falsafah dan Isu Semasa
  • Emotional Intelligence in Action
  • Kursus Integriti Dan Antirasuah
  • Social Innovation Project

NoteApplicants without a Credit for Bahasa Malaysia in SPM are required to take Bahasa Kebangsaan

Free Elective Module: 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

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
  • 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): 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.

 

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

Overseas Transfer Options: Australia 

  • University of Melbourne
    • Bachelor of Arts (except for Psychology & Economics major) 1+2 years

Local Students

  • 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

International Students

  • IELTS: 5.5
  • TOEFL iBT: 46
  • PTE: 51
  • Linguaskill: 160
  • Pre-U/Diploma: Completed Pre-U/Diploma that was conducted in English

Estimated Fees

Application fees (non-refundable)

RM650

Tuition fees

RM101,004

Total payable amount

RM101,654

Other savings

Up to RM8,000

  • Bursary

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