The University of Sydney

Master of International Relations

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Understand and address the world’s most pressing challenges, including war and peace, social and economic justice, poverty, development and environmental sustainability. Investigate relations among states and non-state actors, including the evolution of the international system.

The Master of International Relations is a postgraduate coursework degree that will develop your critical thinking and analytical skills in issues involving social and economic justice, poverty, development and environmental sustainability.

You will complete core units and selective units in international relations. You will also take elective units which can include completion of an optional specialisation, broadening your studies to include a particular area of interest.

Delivery mode

The University of Sydney offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • Camperdown
  • J12/1 Cleveland St, Darlington
  • Manning Rd, Camperdown

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

Admission this course requires a bachelor’s degree with a minimum credit (65 percent) average calculated over the whole degree, from the University of Sydney, or an equivalent qualification

International qualifications

For qualifications awarded outside Australia, equivalencies and entry requirements are determined based on the country, institution, and qualification.

English language requirements

You may need to provide evidence of your English proficiency to study with us. Find out which requirements are applicable to you below:

Option 1: English is my first language

If English is your first language, you may be able to meet the English language requirements if you have;

  1. citizenship or permanent long-term residency (minimum ten years), AND
  2. completed secondary or higher education (tertiary) studies recognised by the University in an approved English-speaking country

Option 2: English is NOT my first language

If English is not your first language, you may be able to prove English proficiency with an approved English skills test taken within 2 years of commencing the course.

  • IELTS score: A minimum result of 7.0 overall and a minimum result of 6.0 in each band
  • TOEFL - IBT score: A minimum result of 96 overall including a minimum result of 17 in Reading, Listening and Speaking and 19 in Writing
  • Pearsons Test of English: A minimum result of 68 overall and a minimum result of 54 in each band
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $0 - $62,000 $99,000 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$62,000
Standard Tuition:
$99,000
Full Fee Tuition:
$62,000
Full Fee Tuition:
$99,000
Enquire with The University of Sydney to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 24 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $62,000 $99,000 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Master of International Relations will prepare you for the following roles.

Diplomat

Diplomats, also known as Public Diplomacy Officers, work for the Australian government and are responsible for advancing Australian interests overs...

Avg yearly income $166,400
Entry barriers Low

Policy Adviser

A Policy Adviser helps to develop and improve policies impacting on government departments, commercial businesses and not-for-profit organisations....

Avg yearly income $113,620
Entry barriers Low

Policy Analyst

A Policy Analyst provides advice and recommendations on policies affecting government departments, commercial businesses and not-for-profit organis...

Avg yearly income $96,720
Entry barriers Low

Public Relations Manager

Public Relations Managers manage an organisation’s relationship and exposure to the general public. Their main aim is to create a favourable public...

Avg yearly income $117,988
Entry barriers Low

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