GraduatePolitical Science & International Relations
Master of International Relations
University of Melbourne, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
About this program
The Master of International Relations at the University of Melbourne examines how the United States, China, the European Union and the United Nations operate within the global community, engaging with international governance, security, political economy and history. Students choose a 200-point, two-year program with a coursework or minor thesis option, or a 150-point, 1.5-year program, with the opportunity to study another language and take part in an international exchange.
Graduates move into policy advisor, advocacy coordinator and project coordinator roles at organisations including the Australian Broadcasting Corporation and the Department of Foreign Affairs.
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Admissions
Please note that part-time study is not available for international students. The Master of International Relations is a 200 point (2 years full-time) program, however if you have completed previous study in this discipline, you may be eligible for entry to the 100 point program (1 year full-time option). To be considered for entry into the 100 point program, you must: Have a bachelor honours degree (AQF8) in a cognate (relevant) discipline, with a weighted average mark (WAM) of at least 65%, or equivalent. Cognate (relevant) disciplines include: Political Science, Development Studies, Globalisation Studies, International History, International Law, Sociology, International Economics, International Political Economy, Asian Studies Please note this is not a complete list of possible disciplines. Relevance is always assessed on a case-by-case basis. The University of Melbourne is committed
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