Program Overview
The Master of International Relations at UNSW is a two-year postgraduate program that delves into the complexities of global politics and foreign policy. Through a combination of core and elective courses, students gain a deep understanding of international relations theories and concepts, and their impact on pressing global issues. The program's research-based approach and industry links provide students with the skills and knowledge to pursue diverse careers in the public, private, and international sectors.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The Master of International Relations at UNSW delves into the complexities of global politics and foreign policy. This two-year postgraduate program seeks to enhance students' understanding of international relations theories and concepts while examining their impact on our worldview. Through this degree, students can delve into pressing international issues such as international security, regional conflicts, nuclear proliferation, global environmental politics, civil conflict, terrorism, human rights, gender politics, international political economy, development, and other pertinent topics.
Outline:
- International Relations A
- 1-year stream
- Designed for students with strong academic or professional experience in international relations
- Course schedule: 12 units of coursework, including a research project
- International Relations B
- 1.7-year stream
- Suitable for students with a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline or a bachelor's degree in any discipline with one year of relevant professional experience
- Course schedule: 16 units of coursework, including a research project
- International Relations C
- 2-year stream
- Created for students with a bachelor's degree in any discipline
- Course schedule: 24 units of coursework, including a research project
- Course Schedule:
- The program includes a mix of core and elective courses
- Core courses provide a foundation in international relations theory and practice
- Elective courses allow students to tailor their studies to their interests and career goals
- Some popular elective courses include:
- The Politics of the Middle East
- Global Environmental Politics
- International Law and Diplomacy
- International Security in the Asia-Pacific
- Human Rights and Development
- Gender and International Relations
Teaching:
- Teaching Methods:
- The program is taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, and seminars
- Lectures provide an overview of key concepts and theories
- Tutorials allow students to discuss course material in a smaller group setting
- Seminars are designed to facilitate research and writing skills
- Faculty:
- The program is taught by world-renowned academics who are experts in their fields
- Faculty members have extensive experience in research and teaching, and they are committed to providing students with a high-quality learning experience
- Unique Approaches:
- The program offers a unique research-based approach to learning
- Students are required to conduct original research projects, which allows them to apply their knowledge to real-world problems
- The program also has strong industry links, which provide students with opportunities to gain practical experience in the field
Careers:
Upon completion of the Master of International Relations, graduates will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to pursue diverse careers in various sectors, including:
- Public Sector:
- Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
- Department of Home Affairs
- Ministry of External Affairs (Mexico)
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Norway)
- Ministry of Defence (Singapore)
- Private Sector:
- Media Organizations
- Trans- and Multi-national corporations
- Industry and Financial Services
- International Organizations:
- United Nations
- World Bank
- Non-Government Organizations:
- Across various countries, including Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Canada, Thailand, and Tonga
