Why study in Australia?
Safe, welcoming and diverse, Australia is one of the most popular destinations for students around the world. Discover what it’s like to live and study in Melbourne and regional Victoria.
Find a politics and international relations degree
Get the skills to analyse global events critically. Study Deakin’s politics and international relations program and graduate with the knowledge, expertise and practical skills to succeed in various government policy, strategy, consulting or business management roles.
Undergraduate
Undergraduate (your first degree)
A Deakin undergraduate course is the foundation of your future career, usually completed in two to four years. Duration varies based on degree type, enrolment pattern and any credit received from recognition of prior learning.
Postgraduate
Postgraduate (further study)
A postgraduate qualification can be undertaken by students who have already completed an undergraduate degree or possess significant, demonstrable work experience. Postgraduate courses include graduate certificates, graduate diplomas, masters and PhDs, as well as specialist programs for industry professionals.
Looking for a degree that will prepare you for the workplace?
Graduate with skills employers want; communication, critical thinking, problem-solving, and the ability to assimilate new knowledge.
Build strong industry connections
Our courses are developed and reviewed with professional input. You will have access to a range of networking opportunities. We have established strong partnerships with government and several high-profile non-government organisations and United Nations agencies.
Go on an internship or placement
Sharpen your skills in real-world environments through work-integrated learning on an internship or placement. Explore current industry practices and build your professional network with a government, private sector, non-government or community organisation.
Top professional roles
Your clear and rigorous thinking and deep understanding of policy and cultural drivers allows for an exciting career from international aid agencies to the business sector to foreign affairs and more. You’ll be in demand as a policy and planning manager, with 21% employment growth projected.^
- 7,400 new jobs for policy and planning managers
- 9,900 new jobs for intelligence and policy analysts.
Graduate career-ready
Deakin postgraduates earn the highest median salary amongst graduates from all other Victorian universities. You'll graduate with the skills employers want and be in-demand.
Having a background in law and a qualification in diplomacy and world affairs already, this course became my ultimate goal.
Shehara, Sri Lanka
Master of International Relations (Professional), specialisation in Human Rights and International Law
World-class teaching
Our professors have years of experience with foreign policy and international organisations.
Leaders in their fields
Learn from passionate professionals who are recognised leaders in the industry. Our professors have years of experience with a diverse range of humanitarian and development organisations.
Practical learning
With world-class facilities and a focus on practical learning, you will get the analytical skills, cultural knowledge and problem-solving abilities to make an impact locally and globally.
Research excellence
Our engagement in field research puts us at the leading edge of academic and industry thinking. If you undertake a research component, you will be able to leverage this expert knowledge.
#1 university for student support
Coming to Australia to study can be the adventure of a lifetime. From orientation and welcome sessions to academic support and social activities, we are here to support you every step of the way.
Cost of studying in Australia
Make your dream of studying at university in Australia a reality. Learn how university fees work, how to calculate and pay your fees and discover international scholarship opportunities.
Rankings and footnotes
Deakin references data from a range of government, higher education and reputable media sources. For more information, visit our University rankings page.
*Graduate Outcomes Survey 2023, Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching (QILT), based on Deakin domestic postgraduates’ full-time median salary being the highest of all Victorian universities.
^Jobs and Skills Australia, National Employment Projections 2024 to 2034.
Get help or contact Deakin
Our friendly advisers are available to speak to you one-on-one about your study options, support services for international students and how we can help you study at Deakin in Australia.
Phone: +61 3 9918 9188