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undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Global Studies

Course code: #BZ001

undergraduate

Degree

Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Global Studies

Quick facts

  • Annual tuition (2023)

    $39,000 AUD

  • Application fee

    Free

  • Duration

    4 years

  • PSW

    2 years

  • Min GPA

    70 out of 100

  • CRICOS code

    106768D

Highlights
Project

These are mandatory and all come with course.

Options
Work Integrated Learning (WIL)

These items are optional and you can choose them as you wish after applying for the course.

Deadlines

Term start& deadline Deadline
Fall-February 23-February-2025 2025-02-23
Winter-July 21-July-2023 2023-07-21
Fall-February 23-February-2024 2024-02-23
Winter-July 21-July-2024 2024-07-21

Overview

Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Global Studies

Human societies have grown, prospered, human, and warred through diplomacy and trade for thousands of years. 

In today's hyper-connected global markets and diplomatic arenas, we need highly skilled professionals to navigate this complex global landscape and make the most of evolving business structures.

La Trobe's Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Global Studies gives you the expertise to build a rewarding career in global politics, human rights and international business. 

Gain strong foundations in international trade and diplomacy and a well-rounded business skillset.

Explore the complex social, commercial and sustainability challenges corporations and diverse communities face. 

Understand how to analyse problems, develop forward-thinking solutions, and negotiate with stakeholders to turn your ideas into action.

Grow as a leader and a thinker; challenge your ideas and preconceptions, and expand your networks and horizons. 

You'll be prepared for the rapidly evolving world of international trade and the complex web of relationships negotiated by governments and multinational organisations every day. 

Develop the creative and analytical skills to work across various industries and build the resilience to face real-world challenges.

La Trobe understands that global experiences are vital for your studies.

You'll have the opportunity to get out of the classroom and build your skills and professional network at one overseas partner university. 

You'll also have the opportunity to do an internship, either in Australia or overseas, tailored to your career goals.

Whatever your ambition, tailor your degree with specially curated majors and minors that allow you to explore the various business, economic, geopolitical and humanitarian forces that are shaping our world.

Graduate ready for a rewarding career in trade, diplomacy, politics, government, business, economics and finance.

La Trobe offers an opportunity to customise your degree with work-integrated learning. You can enrol in an open access major or minor if sufficient space in your course.

You can choose one of the following majors after your study commencing:

  • Accounting
  • Business analytics
  • Economics
  • Finance
  • Management
  • Marketing
  • Asian politics and security
  • Chinese studies
  • Conflict and negotiation
  • French studies
  • Government and policy
  • Greek studies
  • Hindi studies
  • Human rights
  • International relations
  • Italian studies
  • Japanese studies
  • Spanish studies
  • Sustainability and development

Estimate your cost

Residency
Count of person

$49,500

Total costs

yearly

Details


Cost of living 1 person $10,212
Accommodation 1 bed room $10,500
Tuition 1 person $39,000

Hourly wage

Min wage

23.23 AUD / 1 hour

in Australia every student can work 48 hour per fortnight

Required documents

  • Academic/Official Transcripts
  • Language Proficiency (If Applicable)
  • Passport or Visa Documents
  • Official translations of documents in a language other than English
  • Award certificates
  • A key/guide to the grading system/s
  • Syllabus of previously-studied subjects if seeking advanced standing

Language requirements

GRE
not required
GMAT
not required

IELTS

6.5
6
listening
6
writing
6
speaking
6
reading

TOEFL

79
12
listening
21
writing
18
speaking
13
reading

PTE

56
46
listening
46
writing
46
speaking
46
reading

Cambridge

176
169
listening
169
writing
169
speaking
169
reading
Language pathway (conditional offer) is available

English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (ELICOS) are designed for students who require English language training before commencing tertiary study in Australia.
English Language Intensive Courses for Overseas Students (known as ELICOS) include General English and English for further studies (English for Academic Purposes).

English for Further Studies Entry requirements

English LevelIELTSTOEFL (iBT)Pearson'sExit to
EFS 34.5 (minimum writing score 4.5)3430-
EFS 45.0 (minimum writing score 5.0)4036Foundation Studies/ Diploma of Business/Diploma of IT
EFS 55.5 (minimum writing score 5.5)5542Undergraduate degrees/Diploma of Health Sciences/Diploma of Bioscience/Diploma of Engineering/Diploma of Psychology
EFS 66.0 (minimum writing score 6.0)7550Postgraduate programs/Diploma of Media and Communications

Academic background and requirement

To enter La Trobe undergraduate programs, at a minimum, you’ll need to have completed Australian Year 12 (or an accepted international equivalent) with a particular grade. 

Subject Prerequisites:

Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.

 

China:

China National College Entrance Examination (GAOKAO): 70%

China Senior Middle School 3 (Gao San): Not accepted.

 

India:

All Indian Secondary School Certificate: 80%

India State Boards: 80%

 

Foundation Study: 

Foundation Studies is a bridging course to prepare international students for their University studies. 

Successful completion of the Foundation Studies program with a 60% grade point average will provide you with a guaranteed pathway into the first year of an undergraduate degree at La Trobe University. 

Career opportunities

  • International diplomat
  • Politics and government officer
  • Economist
  • Human rights advocator
  • International trade specialist
  • Business analyst
  • International development and humanitarian supporter
  • Financial adviser

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