Master of International Relations
The University of Western Australia (UWA)
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00126G
The Master of International Relations is a professionally oriented postgraduate course studied over three or four semesters (full-time equivalent). It offers you the opportunity to gain deep expertise in international relations, with a particular focus on our dynamic Indo-Pacific and Indian Ocean regions.The course provides you with knowledge, skills and networks to prepare you for a rewarding career in foreign affairs and diplomacy, government, international and non-governmental organizations, the media and education. The program is structured by a core component, where you will gain knowledge of the major sub-fields including International Relations Theory and Practice, International Security, International Political Economy, the Evolution of International Society, and Governance in the International System.
Structure
Credit Points 96
Subjects
- POLS5611 Religion, Global Identities and World Politics
- POLS5631 International Relations of the Asia Pacific
- POLS5641 International Security
- POLS5651 Global Political Economy
- POLS5661 Approaches to International Relations
- POLS5681 Governance in the International System
- POLS5691 Global Climate Politics
- POLS5682 Responding to International Crises
- SVLG5001 McCusker Centre for Citizenship Internship
- WILG5001 Work Integrated Learning Internship Program
- COMM5104 Public Communication
- ECON5521 Economic Policy and Communication
- GEOG5411 Regional Development in the Global Context
- POLS5010 NGOs, Governance and Development
- POLS5105 International Relations in the Indian Ocean Region
- POLS5301 Democracy in Divided Societies
- POLS5501 The Politics of Public Policy
- POLS5503 Public Administration
- POLS5612 World Politics: Muslims in the West
- POLS5684 China and the World
- POLS5686 International Norms, Ethics and Human Rights
- PUBH5783 Health in an Era of Environmental Change
- SOCS4100 Social Sciences Research Skills
Standard entry requirements
- A Bachelors degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognized by UWA and
- The equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 percent and
- Successfully completed prior study in a field relevant to International Relations or
- Completed a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in International Relations at UWA.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Crawley | Domestic: $49,200 International: $74,200 | No |
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