Master of International Relations
- Perth, Australia
- 2 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
One-year Masters examining global politics beyond a Eurocentric view, With theory and research training.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically evaluate concepts and methods in International Relations to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in diplomacy
- Foreign policy and security. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.
Career outcomes
- Programme management
- Procurement
- Social work
- Research officer
- Civil servant
Curriculum
- One-year full-time course. Core: international relations theory
- Diplomacy
- Foreign policy and security
- Social research methods and a dissertation. Options include environmental citizenship
- Global governance and international institutions
- Negotiating in international contexts and gender and security.
Entry requirements
Academic
- A three- or four-year Bachelor degree in a relevant field
- OR successful completion of a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma in International Relations or related field.
Accepted academic background
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 81
- PTE Academic 58
- Cambridge 176
- IELTS Academic 6.5
Documents you’ll need
- Completed application form
- Academic transcripts
- Previous degree certificate
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of purpose
- English language proficiency evidence if required
- Passport identification page
How to apply
- Review the International Relations admission requirements at Curtin University. Prepare previous degree certificates and academic transcripts. Complete the application on the official university website. Upload the required documents and language results if applicable. Pay the application fee if applicable and submit before the relevant deadline. Review the admission decision and complete acceptance requirements.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | $49,454 AUD |
|---|---|
| Application fee | $100 AUD |
| Deposit | $12,400 AUD |
Program details
| Campus | Curtin Perth (Bentley) |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Academic Studies |
| Department | Department of Law and Social Sciences |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | Curtin University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for Master of International Relations. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
February 2027
Apply by
28 Jan 2027
75 days leftProgram starts
July 2027
Apply by
1 Jul 2027
229 days left
Scholarships
Curtin University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for Master of International Relations.
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The program takes 2 years.
The next deadline is 28 Jan 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is $49,454 AUD per year. The application fee is $100 AUD. The deposit is $12,400 AUD. The estimated living cost is $29,710 AUD.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 81, PTE Academic 58, Cambridge 176, IELTS Academic 6.5.
Curtin University lists or refers to scholarship opportunities. International eligibility, awards and deadlines must be checked for Master of International Relations.