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Master of International Relations

PostgraduateMAQ-IRL-MAS2026

Course information for 2026 intake View information for 2025 course intake

Tackle the big issues affecting key global regions

Critically assess global risks, challenges, and opportunities. You’ll explore an international system of politics, security, and law. Work through contemporary regional and global developments. Graduate ready for a range of international careers.

Study method
100% online
Assessments
100% online
Credit available
Yes
Duration
1 year full time or part time equivalent
Total subjects
8

Indicative total fee

$34,600

Fee details

Available loans
Australian Higher Education Loan Program (HELP)

Master of International Relations

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Entry requirements

Career opportunities

  • Aid and development officer
  • Diplomat
  • Intelligence analyst
  • International trade specialist
  • Paralegal
  • Policy analyst
  • Regional business manager
  • Researcher

Australian job snapshots

Data sourced from Australian Jobs 2023.

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Members of ParliamentN/A^

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Policy and Planning ManagersOver $120K Up 53.8%
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