Master of Arts [M.A] (International Relations)
Field of Study:
A$31,744/Yr
- The University of Queensland offers a Master of Science in International Relations for a duration of 2 years.
- It is an on-campus program offered on a full-time basis.
- The Master of International Relations (MIR) is a coursework program aimed at developing conceptual and empirical understanding and skill-sets in research and knowledge in international relations (IR).
- Students will work with world-class teachers and researchers who are in touch with industry partners and participate in regular public commentary and debates in their fields.
- The two years full-time (or part-time equivalent) program builds on a core of nearly 40 courses and projects covering the main elements of IR, including fields such as IR of the Asia-Pacific Region, Foreign Policy and Diplomacy, Ethics and Human Rights, and Globalisation, International Political Economy and Development.
- The sample courses of the program include:
- Writing Politics
- Globalization, International Political Economy and Development
- Principles of International Law
- Communication and Social Movement
- Students may also include an optional applied fieldwork experience or research thesis in their program and/or participate in the Graduate Centre Mentorship Program.
- UQ’s Master of International Relations will equip students with the analytical and practical skills for a career in diplomacy, government, think-tanks, non-governmental organizations, the UN, international journalism, or development.
- Students will learn through overseas study, research and seminars.
- The University of Queensland ranks 1st in Queensland for politics and international studies by QS World University Rankings 2021 and 2nd in Australia for social sciences and humanities by CWTS Leiden Ranking 2021.
Important Dates
The closing date of Semester 1 for this program is November 30.
Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
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Tuition Fees | A$31744 (AUD 31744) |
Other Expenses
Head | Avg Cost Per Year |
---|---|
Housing (On-Campus) | A$21360 (AUD 21360) |
Housing (Off-Campus) | A$14568 (AUD 14568) |
Total Cost | A$35928 (AUD 35928) |
Previous Year Tuition Fees
Year | 1st Year Fees |
---|---|
2021 | A$30304 (AUD 30304) |
Eligibility & Entry Requirement
Academic Eligibility:
- Students must hold a bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in any discipline.
- Or, successful completion of 3 years of study towards an approved qualification at an overseas partner institution, with a formal pathway to the Master of International Relations (32 units).
Indian Student Eligibility:
Indian students are eligible to apply if they meet the following eligibility criteria:
- Completed a 4-year bachelor's degree from a recognized institution.
- Students must hold a GPA of 4 (60%) on a 7 point scale.
Along with the minimum eligibility requirements, international students hailing from non-English speaking countries need to prove English proficiency through IELTS/TOEFL/any equivalent test.
Scores Required
Submission of GRE scores is required for this program, however, it is recommended to submit the scores (300+) for a better chance of admission.
Required Document List
Following are the required documents:
- CV/Resume: Outline of academic achievements or awards, publications, relevant work, or volunteer experience.
- UQ Online Applications: Students have to fill online applications to take admission.
- Academic Transcripts: Students have to provide full academic transcripts that contain student’s unit results.
- Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE): It is an official document issued to international students by universities in Australia. It confirms that students have accepted a place in a course, and have paid tuition fees and Overseas Student Health Cover premium (OSHC).
- Evidence of work experience: It includes details of management experience in the form of a CV.
- Personal Statement: It should include a brief overview of student’s strengths and any work experience and/or education that they have.
- Supplementary documents: Students may be required to provide additional information with the application, depending on which University course they choose.
- ELP Scores: Students have to submit their English languages proficiency scores like IELTS, TOEFL, or other recognized English test results.
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Career and Placement after Course
The career opportunities for the students are:
- International aid coordinator
- Policy and advocacy adviser
- Policy officer
- Human rights advocate
- Overseas development manager
- International aid coordinator
Scholarship Grants & Financial Aids
Name | Scholarship Per Student | Level of Study | Type | |
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UQ India Global Leaders Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
UQ Economics India, Malaysia, Sri Lanka and Vietnam Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
HASS Scholarship for Excellence - India | Scholarship per studentA$ 7,603/Yr$7,603 | Level Of StudyMaster | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Science International Scholarship- University of Queensland | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeCollege-Specific | |
Australia Awards Scholarship | Scholarship per studentVariable Amount | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based | |
Collegedunia $150 Scholarship Program | Scholarship per studentA$ 150/Yr$150 | Level Of StudyBachelor | TypeMerit-Based |
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