Postgraduate
Master of International Relations
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Graduate opportunities
Our graduates have found employment at the following organisations:
- Perth US Asia Centre
- UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network
- ACFID Research for Development Impact Network
- Australian Institute for International Affairs + Young Professionals Network
- United Nations Association of Australia
- UWA Public Policy Institute
- UWA Centre for Muslim States and Societies
- UWA Africa Research and Engagement Centre
- UWA Confucius Institute
Fees and scholarships
Learn more about the fees that apply to you for this course. For fee type definitions and further assistance, see the Fee Calculator Help page. You can also search our database for scholarships that are relevant to you or this course.
Postgraduate - fee paying students
The Annual Fee is an estimate only based on a standard annual study load of 48 points.
For Commonwealth Supported Places, student contribution amounts are charged by unit. For an accurate fee estimate, go to the Fee Calculator and select “I want to price my units”.
For Full Fee Paying places, students are charged an annual course fee. Visit the Fee Calculator and select your course to see the annual and total course fees.
Postgraduate – Commonwealth supported students
The Annual Fee is an estimate only based on a standard annual study load of 48 points.
For Commonwealth Supported Places, student contribution amounts are charged by unit. For an accurate fee estimate, go to the Fee Calculator and select “I want to price my units”.
For Full Fee Paying places, students are charged an annual course fee. Visit the Fee Calculator and select your course to see the annual and total course fees.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Cost of living
Postgraduate – onshore students
Annual course fees are calculated based on a standard annual study load of 48 credit points.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
Cost of living
Admission requirements
If you’re interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate degree, find out the admission details below.
Admission Requirements
(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent;
and
(c) succesfully completed prior study in a field relevant to Internatuonal Relations; or
(2) completed a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in International Relations at UWA.
Ranking and Selection Process
English competency
How to apply
Ready to apply for this postgraduate course? Follow the steps and you’ll be on your way to joining us at UWA.
Course details
This course is now subsidised by the Australian Government as a Commonwealth supported place (CSP). Find out how much you can save with a CSP place.
About the course
Quick details
- Available 2021
- Perth (Crawley campus)
- Full-time
- Part-time
- On-campus
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- 8-10 hours plus own study time
- Postgraduate
- 11580
- 069311D
Taking you global
You'll learn to
- analyse complex global problems
- develop expertise in policy analysis and writing
- link international relations theory to policy and practice
- conduct research in your field
- engage with professionals in your field
Course structure
Postgraduate coursework degrees and combined (coursework and research) degrees comprise a number of units. Refer to the course structure for more information.
Why study this course?
- Become an expert on the international relations in our region and the wider global system.
- Engage with our active networks of experts, policymakers and practitioners.
- Study international relations while practicing international relations.
- Undertake a credited internship at a local, national or international organisation.
- Link theory to practice in relation to major powers, regional dynamics and global issues.
Work Integrated Learning
- WILG5001 Professional Development Practicum: take a credited internship with a local, national or international organisation.
- POLS5105 International Relations in the Indian Ocean Region: A course capstone experience that engages students with regional peers and policy practitioners to study the International Relations in the Indian Ocean Region.
- Career information sessions with DFAT and other Australian government agencies.
Put theory into practice
Current UWA students are eligible to take one of our professional experience units. These units bridge the gap between university and the workplace by providing opportunities to gain hands-on, practical experience. You can master new skills, make connections and network, get a taste of the opportunities in the workforce and add experience to your resume, all before graduating.
Find out more about Work Integrated Learning.
Study International Relations while practicing international relations
Unit SOCS5105 International Collaborative Study Experience
- Engaging postgrad students from Perth, Jakarta and Pretoria with the International Relations in the Indian Ocean Region
- Linking theory to practice via expert seminars by Indonesian, Australian, South African, Indian and IORA diplomats, academics, analysts, journalists
- Visits to historic sites: 1955 Bandung Asia-Africa Conference Museum; Apartheid Museum
- Collaborating via cross-cultural student group projects & presentations
Note: Rotating unit delivery 2018 Jakarta, 2019 Pretoria
Why study postgrad?
Eric Wong
Eric Wong
Second-year Master of International Relations student Eric Wong chose the international relations field as it combines several topics of interest – history, economics, politics and world affairs – and also plays to his love of travel and exploration of new places.
“It is a dynamic and continually evolving field, and it is incredibly relevant to the events happening in the world today. I also firmly believe that it is a field where I can make a genuine difference.”
Eric’s interest in world affairs and passion for effecting positive change has led him to assist in the Australian bushfire recovery efforts, leading a team of 21 soldiers as well as aiding in the broader planning and coordination of the recovery efforts, and helping the local communities get ‘back on their feet’.
“You don’t have to be a superhero. We are all just regular people who are committed to helping our communities.”
School of Social Sciences
Flexibility
We understand that life is busy. That's why our postgraduate courses are designed so you can balance your work and studies. Our flexible postgraduate experience includes the opportunity to study part time, a range of units that are taught after hours, and the option to learn via intensive units. Ask our Student Central team for advice on choosing the right postgraduate route for you. Find out more here.
Career opportunities
Career opportunities are available to students throughout the university semester.
- “Careers In…” series: career /industry information and networking sessions on careers in: foreign affairs; defence; the public sector; government; media; Asia; strategic communication; NGO and community sectors
- Professional development seminars: CV writing, public speaking, networking
- Professional placements linked to relevant industry (WILG5001)
- Weekly Political Science and International Relations research seminar series and other public events on campus
- Staff/student social networking events each semester
Our graduates have found employment in the following organisations:
- UWA Public Policy Institute
- UWA Centre for Muslim States and Societies
- UWA Africa Research and Engagement Centre
- Perth US Asia Centre
- UWA Confucius Institute
- UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network
- ACFID Research for Development Impact Network
- Australian Institute for International Affairs + Young Professionals Network
- United Nations Association of Australia, WA and more!