Master of International Relations
Master of International Relations
The Master of Arts (International Relations) aims to: provide a specialised postgraduate program in International Relations for suitably qualified graduates provide appropriate professional education for current or prospective employees working in the areas of foreign affairs, defence, international trade and related areas provide advanced grounding in the academic debates and…
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Master of Arts (International Relations) aims to:
- provide a specialised postgraduate program in International Relations for suitably qualified graduates
- provide appropriate professional education for current or prospective employees working in the areas of foreign affairs, defence, international trade and related areas
- provide advanced grounding in the academic debates and research literatures in the field of International Relations and cognate subjects for students who intend to pursue doctoral studies and an academic career
- assist students to further develop skills in comprehension, research, bibliography, analysis, verbal argument and professional writing.
Learning outcomes
Graduates from this course should be able to:
- have a high level appreciation of the broad dimensions and content of the academic field of International Relations
- have a high level understanding of the key theoretical concepts, major historical themes and significant current issues within International Relations
- have an excellent appreciation of outstanding policy issues in International Relations
- have excellent skills in academic research, verbal argument and professional writing.
Your career
Graduates are suitable for careers in foreign affairs, defence, international trade and related areas.
Potential occupations include:
- international development officer
- regional development manager
- strategic analyst
- project officer
- international policy advisor
- international business development manager.
Potential employers include:
- environments that specialise in gender or women’s issues government departments
- non-government organisations
- international development consultancy organisations
REQUIREMENTS
Applicants for the masters who do not hold the Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in International Relations (or approved equivalents) must normally hold an approved degree or equivalent qualification from an approved tertiary institution.
English language requirements
IELTS (Academic): 6.0 Overall with 6.0 Speaking, 6.0 Writing; TOEFL iBT: 72 Total score with 18 Speaking, 21 Writing; Pearson PTE Academic: 50 Overall with 50 Speaking, 50 Writing; Cambridge C1 Advanced: 169 Overall with 169 Speaking, 169 Writing; Occupational English Test (OET): 300 Speaking, 300 Writing, 300 Reading, 300 Listening; Duolingo (Up to and including Semester 2, 2024): Overall 95-100
EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION
Ranked in the top 2% of universities in the world (*THE World University Rankings 2023 as a percentage of the total number of universities in the world according to the International Association of Universities), Flinders University is everything a modern university should be – progressive, student-focused, and career-minded.It is home to over 26,000 students, with 5,300 international students from more than 90 countries, and offers globally recognised and industry-accredited qualifications. The university enjoys a high level of industry connections with global leaders enabling its students to take up practical placements and graduate job-ready on completion of study.
