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

  • Bursary

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