International relations courses
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Use your love of cultures and customs for good with a course in international relations.
You’ll come to understand the cogs at work behind global conflict, while getting to know a range of political processes. Gain the confidence to encourage change-makers across the world to work and live in harmony. Now that's global change.
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Online international relations subjects and short courses
UndergraduateGRF-GBS105
100% online
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Starts 15 Jul 2024, 04 Nov 2024
UndergraduateTAS-HIR101
100% online
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
Starts 22 Jul 2024
UndergraduateLTU-POL1SNS
100% online
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
Starts 29 Jul 2024
UndergraduateCUR-ASIA100
100% online
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
Starts 26 Aug 2024
Online international relations degrees
UndergraduateMAQ-ART-DEG
An arts degree that no one else has
Make your degree unique and study what interests you. Analyse critically, think creatively and problem-solve at work or in everyday life. Complete foundational studies then tailor your degree with a major. Create a portfolio and build your connections.
100% online
3 years full time or part time equivalent
No ATAR required. Start with a subject.
Available majors
- Ancient History,
- Applied Ethics,
- Creative Writing,
- English,
- Indigenous Studies,
- International Relations,
- Modern History,
- Philosophy,
- Politics,
- Sociology
UndergraduateUSQ-BIR-DEG
100% online
3 years full time or part time equivalent
PostgraduateFLI-LIR-MAS
Master of Laws (International Law and International Relations) [1 year]
An accelerated deep dive into international law
In just one year, gain the advanced knowledge and skills needed to excel in foreign affairs, defence, international diplomacy and more. After establishing core principles, you’ll tailor your learning with topics including human rights and nuclear energy.
100% online
1 year full time or part time equivalent
UndergraduateSCU-BUA-DEG
A double degree in arts and business
Prepare for an innovative future with a broad career outlook. An arts major like digital media or international relations unlocks roles beyond commerce. Enhance your business skills with creativity and critical thinking. Expand your mind and future.
Online & on-campus
4 years full time or part time equivalent
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What will I learn with an international relations degree?
Aside from broad skills such as critical thinking, creativity and teamwork, you’ll learn about:
- War and peace in contemporary international politics - Come to understand why the world’s political affairs are the way they are, and what can be done to create resolution.
- Globalisation and global governance - Look at how people, companies and governments interact and transact on a global scale.
- Diplomacy - Understand the art and practice of conducting negotiations between representatives from different regions.
- Foreign policy - Get to know the strategies different countries have put into play to keep their people safe and achieve their goals.
- Strategic negotiation skills - Build the skills to respond to real-world matters so that you can facilitate discussions across different cultures.
Where will an international relations degree take me?
International relations can often sound like the stuff of Hollywood. But in reality, those who have studied an international relations degree have real, tangible career outcomes. As an expert in international relations, you could find work in:
- Non-government organisations
- The public sector
- Federal defence agencies
- Foreign affairs departments
- Immigration departments and consultancies
- Journalism
- Management
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