BACHELOR OF ARTS INTERNATIONAL AND STRATEGIC STUDIES
BACHELOR OF ARTS INTERNATIONAL AND STRATEGIC STUDIES
Programme Overview
Regardless of the student application paths (international or local students), all first-year undergraduates are introduced to major theoretical ideas and various approaches about politics and international relations, examines how states and international institutions functions in practice, and attend a series of introductory compulsory courses (see the academic porgramme structure) where they will use qualitative and quantitative methods to investigate and to observe international historical and political events or questions.
The programme’s objective are to equip the students with the knowledge of international relations, foreign policy, security studies, defence analysis and strategic studies, particularly by examining international interactions between state and non-state actors, as well as the emerging trends and long-term effects of both global and regional issues.
Duration: 3.5 Years (7 Semesters), Full time (Coursework)
Programme Structure
Philosophy and Current Issues
Co-Curriculum
Introduction to International Relations
Evolution of International Society
Introduction to Theories of International Relations
International Organizations in World Politics
University Elective Course (SHE): Student Attribute Improvement Course 1
Appreciation of Ethics and Civilizations
Malay Language Communication*
English Communication Course / Foreign Language
Community Building, Social Action and Innovation
Introduction of Politics
Political Economy of International Relations
Approaches to National Security of Malaysia
University Elective Course: Student Attribute Improvement Course 2
Basic Entrepreneurship Culture
Foreign Policy Analysis
Non-State Actors in International Relations
Development of Modern Strategy
Specialization Elective Courses: Choose 3 Course - Refer to the attached list
English Communication Course / Foreign Language II
International Law
Research Methods in International Relations
Contemporary Theories of International Relations
Specialization Elective Courses: Choose 3 Course - Refer to the attached list
Digital Humanities
Foreign Policy of Malaysia
Practice of Diplomacy
Research Project (P1)
Specialization Elective Courses: Choose 3 Course - Refer to the attached list
University Elective Course (SHE): Student Attribute Improvement Course 3
International Security
Foreign Policies of Major Powers
Research Project (P2)
Specialization Elective Courses: Choose 2 Course - Refer to the attached list
University Elective Course (SHE): Student Attribute Improvement Course 4
Industrial Training
Note:
* Courses for International Students
Students may choose ten (10) Courses from one of the (1) specialization elective/ university minor packages offered
Refer to the list of Student Attribute Enhancement Courses (SHE) provided by CITRA
Career Prospects
Academic Researcher in International Studies, Diplomat, Foreign Affairs Specialist, Global Risk Manager, Intelligence Officer, International Business Development Manager, International Development Officer, International Law Specialist, International Relations Consultant, NGO Coordinator, Policy Advisor, Political Analyst, Public Affairs Manager, Security Analyst, Strategic Planner.
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Tuition Fee
Local
RM58,600
(Note: This fee is not applicable for UPU applicant)
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 a recognised institution approved by UM Senate
Obtained a minimum Grade B- in TWO (2) subjects
Stream: Art and Science stream
STAM
Malaysian Citizen
Obtained a minimum grade of Jayyid Jiddan at Sijil Tinggi Agama Malaysia (STAM)
Obtain a minimum grade of Jayyid in TWO (2) subjects at the STAM level
Diploma / Equivalent
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 a recognised institution approved by UM Senate
Obtain a minimum grade of B- in TWO (2) subjects at the Diploma level
UM SATU Foundation
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00
Obtain a minimum grade of B- in TWO (2) subjects
GEC A-Level
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a recognized GCE A-Level qualification
Obtain a minimum grade of B in TWO (2) subjects
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum score of 30 points
Obtain at least Grade 5 (HL) / 6 (SL) in TWO (2) subjects.
AUSMAT
Malaysian citizen
Obtain a minimum score of 80 in the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR).
Obtain a minimum grade of B in TWO (2) subjects
Senior High School Certificate (SHSC)
Pass with a minimum average of 65%
Obtain a minimum of 60%/grade B- in any TWO (2) subjects
Matriculation / Foundation
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 from a recognised institution approved by UM Senate
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in any TWO (2) subjects
Diploma
Obtain a minimum CGPA of 3.00 from a recognised institution approved by UM Senate
Obtain a minimum of grade B- in any TWO (2) subjects
GEC A-Level
Obtain a recognize GCE A-Level Qualification
Obtain a minimum of grade B in any TWO (2) subjects
International Baccalaureate (IB)
Obtain a minimum score of 30 points
Obtain at least Grade 5 (HL) / 6 (SL) in any TWO (2) subjects
AUSMAT
Obtain a minimum score of 80 in the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR)
Obtain a minimum grade B in any TWO (2) subjects
Additional Requirements:
Candidates who apply must be physically fit, not suffering from any mental or physical illness and able to follow the program of study designed for this course.
English Language Requirements
Obtain a minimum of Band 3.0 in MUET for examinations starting from Session 1 of the year 2021, or Band 3.0 for examinations up to the year 2020, according to the validity period on the date of application
However, applicants without MUET but with the following results may be considered for conditional admission, provided they fulfill the MUET requirement within ONE (1) academic session:
Obtain at least Band 4.5 (Academic) in IELTS;
Obtain a minimum score of 33 in TOEFL iBT (Centre-based)
Obtained a minimumEnglish language Competency in any ONE (1) of the following requirements: