Griffith University
Master of International Relations
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationInternational Relations is a dynamic, rapidly evolving field focused on sources of conflict, cooperation and change in the international system. You'll work with Griffith's world-class academic staff in exploring topics such as diplomacy and statecraft, international security, human rights, globalisation and international organisations. The program prepares students for a range of careers in government and diplomatic relations, international business, international organisations, non-governmental organisations, media and more.
Delivery mode
Griffith University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Blended
Combine the flexibility of online learning with the support of on campus learning.
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Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
To be eligible for admission to the Master of International Relations, you must have one of:
Pathway 1 - 1 year program (80CP):
- A recognised Bachelor degree (or higher) in a *related discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.0 using a 7.0 scale; AND a minimum 2 years full-time (or equivalent) relevant ^professional experience; OR
- A Griffith Graduate Certificate in International Relations (or equivalent) with a minimum grade point average of 4.0 using a 7.0 scale.
Pathway 2 - 1.5 Year program (120CP):
- A recognised Bachelor degree (or higher) in a *related discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.0 using a 7.0 scale; OR
- A recognised Graduate Certificate (or equivalent) in a *related discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.0 using a 7.0 scale.
Pathway 3 - 2 year program (160CP):
- A recognised Bachelor degree (or higher) in any discipline with a minimum grade point average of 4.0 using a 7.0 scale; OR
- A combination of alternative admission criteria such as formal, informal, and non-formal learning deemed to be equivalent to either of the above.
*Related Discipline: Political Science; International Relations; Global Studies; Government; Politics; Security, Public Policy; Public Administration; Sociology; Social Science; Criminology/Criminal Justice; Law, History; Economics, Geography; Journalism/Communications; Political Philosophy; Development Studies; Human Rights; Asian Studies; Area Studies.
^Professional Experience: Government; campaign or elections; diplomacy; public policy; international organisations (UN, ASEAN, World Health Organization, etc.); non-governmental organizations; civil society groups (including activism); extended volunteering; journalism or public relations; law; development and foreign aid; criminal justice; military; international business; business-policy interface; researcher; economist; risk or security analyst.
Language requirements
English language requirements apply to International applicants and other applicants whose previous study was undertaken in a language other than English. The minimum English language requirements for such applicants for entry to this program are as follows:
- A minimum overall band score of 6.5 on IELTS (Academic) with no sub-score of less than 6.0
- OR a minimum score of 575 on TOEFL
- OR an internet-based (iBT) TOEFL score of 79 (no sub-score less than 19)
- OR no score less than 3+ in each skill of the ISLPR (conducted by ISLPR Language Services only)
- OR a minimum overall score of 176 (no score less than 169) on C1 Advanced (formerly Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English) or C2 Proficiency (formerly Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English)
- OR an overall score of 58 in the Pearson Test of English (Academic) with no score less than 50.
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Master of International Relations will prepare you for the following roles.
Diplomat
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Policy Adviser
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Policy Analyst
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About Griffith University
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