Postgraduate course
Master of International Relations and Master of Security and Strategic Studies
Macquarie University
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About
In this double degree, you will be able to combine:
Master of International Relations: The Master of International Relations, which is built around innovative approaches and thinking, this course will empower you to comprehend and evaluate contemporary regional and global developments, and will equip you for an international career in diplomacy, journalism, the NGO sector, international business or academia.
Master of Security and Strategic Studies: This course will prepare you to analyse and make sense of contemporary security and strategic challenges. You will learn about dynamics behind major geopolitical and geostrategic issues and multidimensional non-traditional security challenges, analytical methods to evaluate strategic choices, and the evolution of Australia's interests and strategy.
Admission criteria
One of the following:
- an AQF level 8 bachelor honours or graduate diploma qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent; or
- meet two of these three criteria:
- AQF level 7 bachelor qualification in a related field or recognised equivalent
- minimum two years of relevant approved work experience at senior management level, professional certification or other recognised prior learning
- AQF level 7 bachelor qualification or recognised equivalent with a Weighted Average Mark of 65
and
Upload your CV as a PDF within the UAC application if you are seeking admission on the basis of work experience.
Related fields for prior qualifications
Social sciences, humanities.
Relevant experience
In international relations: related employment or volunteer work including advisory, advocacy, consultancy, representation, analysis, research, management in public service, community, government relations, political and social, international or professional bodies, organisations, institutes or associations.
In security and strategic studies: Police Force, Defence Force, Public Service, law, policy advising, defence and security related industry and business, media, international policy think tanks.
Contact Future Students if you have any queries regarding the admission criteria listed: email postgraduate@mq.edu.au or call 9850 6767.
Fees and charges
^ Course fees are indicative only and subject to change. View fee information on the Macquarie University website.
Australian Government financial assistance
Further information
Read the full course details on the Macquarie University website.
The academic content of all programs is subject to routine review.