Brisbane,
QLD,
Australia
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
Master of International Relations in Brisbane Australia | The University of Queensland
The University of Queensland
|
Brisbane Australia
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Coursework)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
AUD
43,200
(c. USD30,270.07)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
24 months
Develop a sophisticated grasp of critical global political challenges, international security matters, diplomatic relations, and systems of international and regional governance.
The Master of International Relations (MIR) is a graduate program designed to cultivate theoretical insights, practical research capabilities, and specialized knowledge in international relations. You'll learn from distinguished academics who maintain strong industry connections and actively contribute to public discourse in their disciplines. The program brings together a diverse cohort of students from various nations and cultural backgrounds.
With nearly 40 specialized courses and projects, the curriculum explores fundamental IR concepts, including Asia-Pacific international relations, diplomatic strategies, human rights frameworks, and the dynamics of globalization and economic development. Students can enhance their learning through optional fieldwork placements, research projects, or participation in the Graduate Centre Mentorship initiative.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
It's possible to complete this degree in 2 years, 1.5 years or 1 year depending on your qualifications and experience.
You can apply for any duration as long as you meet the entry requirements. You may also be eligible to apply for credit or exemptions to shorten your degree further. You'll graduate with the same qualification no matter how long you take to complete the degree.
2-year degree (32 units of study)
To be eligible to complete the degree in 2 years full-time (only available as full-time study), you'll need:
a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, or
to have successfully completed 3 years of study towards an approved qualification at an overseas partner institution that has a formal pathway to the Master of International Relations (2-year duration).
You must have a grade point average (GPA) of 5.0 on a 7-point scale in your previous qualification.
1.5-year degree (24 units of study)
If you have relevant prior learning or experience, you can reduce the number of courses you need to complete and graduate in less time.
To be eligible to complete the degree in 1.5 years full-time (only available as full-time study), you'll need:
a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in a relevant discipline (see below), with a GPA of 5.0, or
a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline, and to have successfully completed the Graduate Certificate in International Relations from UQ, with a GPA of 4.0, or
a bachelor's degree in any discipline with a GPA of 5.0, plus 3 years full-time equivalent, relevant work experience (see below) with documented evidence (such as references).
The listed grade point averages (GPA) are on a 7-point scale.
Applications based on work experience will be individually assessed.
Tuition
AUD
43,200