Applicants should have successfully completed a Senior Secondary Certificate of Education, including Units 3 and 4–a study score of at least 25 in English (EAL) or 20 in English other than EAL.
Overall IELTS score of 6.0 with no band less than 6.0 (or equivalent).
Gain a deep understanding of the political forces that shape the world, while graduating with two versatile degrees that set you up for a global career. You will major in international relations (IR) as part of your arts degree, then enhance your career options by choosing a complementary major and electives from the 36 disciplines on offer. In the masters component, you’ll explore global governance and the United Nations, IR theory, international politics and security and strategy.
Boost your employability and broaden your horizons through international experience opportunities. Working alongside leaders from diverse cultures will allow you to see international relations from a unique perspective – an important skill for your career and your life.
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Challenge perceptions, test theories and discover solutions to the relationship challenges between countries with the Bachelor of Arts/Master of International Relations.
When completing your masters degree, choose a specialisation within IR and complete a research project that puts into practice all that you’ve learnt throughout your studies. Your specialisation allows you to delve into any aspect of IR and become a subject matter expert in your field. Choose to specialise in:
conflict and security
diplomacy and activism
human rights and international law
There’s no better way to learn about IR than by gaining hands-on international experience. As leaders in mobility, we work with you to tailor your international experience depending on your study major or geographic interest around the world. You can even apply your knowledge to real-world scenarios by gaining professional experience through an internship. Spend time immersing yourself in organisations including NGOs, agencies and private sector corporations and arm yourself with skills that prepare you for the industry.
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The United Nations and International Organisation
International Relations Theory
Contemporary International Politics
Security and Strategy
Research Design
Specialisations are available in the following areas:
Conflict and Security
Diplomacy and Activism
Human Rights and International Law
Course Electives are available from the following:
Course Electives
Option 1
Research Paper
Plus, 6 electives chosen from the specialisations or course electives
Option 2
Minor Thesis A
Minor Thesis B
Plus, 5 credit points of electives chosen from the course electives
Option 3
Major Thesis A (2 credit points)
Major Thesis B (2 Credit Points)
Plus, 3 credit points of electives chosen from the course electives
Refer to the details of each major sequence for availability.
Anthropology
Arabic
Children's Literature
Chinese
Criminology
Drama
Education
Film and Television
Gender and Sexuality Studies,
Geography, Minor study only
History
Indonesian
Journalism
Language and Culture Studies
Literary Studies
Media Studies
Middle East Studies
Philosophy
Photography
Politics and Policy Studies
Professional and Creative Writing
Public Relations
Sociology
Sport and Society, Minor study only
Spanish
Studies of Religions
Sustainability and Society, Minor study only
Visual Arts
Visual Communication Design
Graduate with a unique skill set that will set you apart from the rest. Find employment across a range of organisations including:
consulting agencies
defence forces
education
foreign affairs departments
immigration departments
media
multicultural associates
NGOs
private sector corporations
research.
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OSHC: 530 ($) AUD per year
