Master of Arts (International Relations)
Course summary for international students
G = Geelong Waurn Ponds Campus
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W =Warrnambool Campus
X = Off campus
| Award granted | Master of Arts (International Relations) |
|---|---|
| Campus | Offered at Melbourne Burwood Campus |
| Off-campus | Yes |
| Length | 1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
| Next available intake | March (Trimester 1), July (Trimester 2), November (Trimester 3*) *Trimester 3 not available to on-campus international students |
| Indicative annual fee 2013 | $21,920* AUD |
| CRICOS course code | 039171D |
| IELTS Requirement | IELTS overall score of 6.5 (with no band score less than 6) or equivalent |
| Deakin course code | A726 |
| Faculty contacts | Deakin International Tel +61 3 9627 4877 Online enquiry |
Course sub-headings
- Course overview
- Off campus studies
- Fees and charges
- Career opportunities
- Course rules
- Specialisations
- Course structure
- Entry requirements - general
- Entry requirements - specific
- Credit for prior learning - general
- How to apply
- Alternate exits
Course overview
Deakin's Master of Arts (International Relations) aims to produce graduates who are able to demonstrate high-level skills of theoretical and empirical analysis and interpretation of global issues and events. In addition the course will give you a substantial understanding of the complexities of contemporary international relations.
The program is designed for those working in areas such as the public service, private sector corporations, small businesses and non-government organisations who want to develop systematic understanding of the international forces shaping their environment, and enhance their skills in analysis and interpretation.
The program provides the opportunity to examine key issues of both historical and contemporary issues as well as developments in world politics. Students develop skills in policy analysis, systematic understanding of the threats to peace and security, and global forces shaping political, social and economic life.
Specialisations are available in Asia-Pacific Regional Politics, Conflict and Security, International History and Human Rights and International Law. Links with other social science and humanities studies at Deakin offer relevant electives to augment specialisations, such as genocide history, gender and development, and global media units.
The program also offers optional postgraduate internships, allowing you an opportunity to gain experience overseas.
Off campus studies
Deakin offers many courses which can be studied by distance education overseas.However, international students living in Australia must, in each compulsory trimester (that is, Trimesters 1 and 2), enrol in at least one unit that is offered as an on-campus unit and can, in addition enrol in online or off-campus units. Best practice is to enrol in mostly on-campus units in each compulsory trimester.
In a non-compulsory trimester (Trimester 3), international students may study online and off-campus units only. Note that online and off-campus units can make up no more than 25% of a total study load.
Fees and charges
Fee paying place - International (IFP)A Fee paying place is one for which the University does not receive any government funding. As such, students enrolled in these places are required to contribute the full cost of their course.
Fees for international students apply to persons living in Australia with Temporary Resident status, provided that there is no limitation on study and persons living abroad who are not Australian citizens and do not have Permanent Resident status in Australia.
Equivalent Full Time Student Load (EFTSL)
EFTSL is the standard annual full time load. Eight credit points is the standard full time load for one year of study.
* The 'indicative annual course fee' cited has been provided as a guide only. It has been calculated on the basis of a typical enrolment of a student undertaking the course in 2013, and reflects the cost involved in undertaking a full-time quota of units within the specified discipline.
The actual fees charged by Deakin University will depend upon the discipline from which each individual unit is chosen, and may vary from the indicative course fee cited, particularly if units are chosen from a number of disciplines. The cost of each unit offered in 2013 can be viewed from the Unit Search.
Please note that the fees per unit/credit point may increase annually due to rises in the cost of course delivery and service.
Deakin assumes no responsibility for persons relying on 'indicative course fees' to calculate the total future cost of their course.
Career opportunities
Career opportunities for international relations graduates exist in all levels of government, private sector corporations and small business, non-government organisations, the media, consultancy, the defence forces, foreign affairs departments, immigration departments, management consultancies, multicultural associations, education, health, politics and research.
Course rules
To qualify for the award of Master of Arts (International Relations), a student must successfully complete 12 credit points of study comprising:
- 2 credit points of compulsory core units; and
- 10 credit points of electives selected from the specified list of units listed below
A 2-credit-point research project is an option in the final trimester of study for those students with a credit or higher average in their coursework units.
The dissertation component (AIX702 and AIX703) provides a research pathway for students to apply for entry to PhD.
Specialisations
To qualify for a Specialisation within the Master of Arts (International Relations), a student must successfully complete 8 credit points of study comprising:
- 2 credit points of compulsory core units; and
- 10 credit points of electives selected from the specified list of units below, including at least 4 credit points from a specialisation
Specialisations are available in the following areas:
Asia-Pacific Regional Politics
Conflict and Security
Human Rights and International Law
International Political Economy and Global Governance
Students who complete a specialisation of four (4) credit points will have the specialisation indicated on their academic transcript.
Course structure
Core units
Trimester 1
| AIR747 | Contemporary International Politics |
Trimester 2
| AIR742 | International Relations Theory |
Electives
Trimester 1
| AIR712 | Australian Foreign Policy |
| AIR717 | International Conflict Analysis |
| AIR719 | The United Nations and International Law |
| AIR726 | Human Rights in the International System |
| AIR728 | Global Political Economy |
| ALC705 | Organisational Communication: Culture, Diversity, Technology and Change |
| ALC706 | Culture, Communication and Globalisation: Critical Practices in/and Local Cultures |
Trimester 2
| AIR701 | China and the World |
| AIR706 | Political Economy of the Asia Pacific |
| AIR707 | Global Governance |
| AIR729 | Human Security in Global Politics |
| AIR748 | Contemporary Security and Strategy |
| AIR749 | Security in the Asia-Pacific Region |
| ACM701 | Global Media and War |
| AIR754 | Weapons of Mass Destruction, Proliferation and Control |
Trimester 3
| AIR732 | Terrorism in International Politics |
| AIR753 | Regionalism in International Politics |
Trimester 1, trimester 2 or trimester 3
| AIR718 | Research Project (International Relations) (2 credit points) |
| AIR790 | International Relations Internship (2 credit points) |
Or for students wishing to undertake a PhD pathway:
| AIX702 | Dissertation A |
| AIX703 | Dissertation B |
Notes:
(i) AIR790 - Students must seek advice about internship procedures from the Unit Chair prior to enrolling in this unit.
(ii) AIR712 is not offered 2013, re-offered 2014.
Additional elective units
| MPE707 | International Banking and Finance |
| MPE711 | Global Trade and Markets |
| MPE781 | Economics for Managers |
| MPM735 | International Business Management |
Entry requirements - general
Deakin University offers admission to postgraduate courses through a number of Admission categories.In all categories of admission, selection is based primarily on academic merit as indicated by an applicant's previous academic record. The minimum requirements are successful completion of a three-year undergraduate degree, or equivalent, from an approved university or other educational institution or successful completion of other equivalent qualifications gained by examination, or approved professional or industrial experience. International students must also meet the English language requirements.
Entry requirements - specific
Applicants should hold a pass degree with a major in a relevant discipline, from an approved tertiary institution; or an equivalent qualification and relevant work experienced of one year is preferred.
IELTS / English language requirements
Please note that English language requirements exist for entry to this course and you will be required to meet the English language level requirement that is applicable in the year of your commencement of studies.
It is the students’ responsibility to ensure that she/he has the required IELTS score to register with any external accredited courses. (more details)
Credit for prior learning - general
If you have completed previous studies which you believe may reduce the number of units you have to complete at Deakin, indicate in the appropriate section on your application that you wish to be considered for credit transfer. You will need to provide a certified copy of your previous course details so your credit can be determined. If you are eligible, your offer letter will then contain information about your credit transfer.
Your credit transfer is formally approved prior to your enrolment at Deakin during the Enrolment and Orientation Program. You must bring original documents relating to your previous study so that this approval can occur.
You can also refer to the Credit for Prior Learning (Credit Transfer) Search which outlines the credit that may be granted towards a Deakin University degree.
How to apply
- Applicant Portal: Use our online application system to submit and track your application now OR
- Apply through a Deakin International office: Fill out an application form and submit it to a Deakin International office OR
- Apply through a Deakin representative: Take your application form to your preferred agent for assistance.
Tracking your application
If you have already applied and wish to enquire about your application please refer to the relevant area through which you originally applied.
- If you applied through a Deakin representative please contact your representative.
- If you applied through a Deakin International office please contact deakin-int-admissions@deakin.edu.au
Alternate exits
| Graduate Certificate of International Relations (A513) | |
| Graduate Diploma of International Relations (A613) |
