Course Level

Graduate Diploma

CRICOS

069310E

Graduate Diploma in International Relations

The Graduate Diploma in International Relations is a professionally oriented postgraduate course studied over two semesters (full-time equivalent). It offers you the opportunity to gain expertise in international relations, with a particular focus on our dynamic Indo-Pacific and Indian Ocean regions. The course provides you with knowledge, skills and networks to prepare you for a rewarding career in foreign affairs and diplomacy, government, international and non-governmental organizations, the media and education. The program is structured by a core component, where you will gain knowledge of the major sub-fields including International Relations Theory and Practice, International Security, International Political Economy, the Evolution of International Society, and Governance in the International System. Elective units include a focus on important cross-cutting themes such as human rights, democracy, religion and non-governmental organizations, as well as on key global regions and powers.

Campus
Duration
Fees
ATAR

Crawley

Full-time - 1 years

N/A
N/A

Structure

Credit Points 48

Subjects

  • POLS5631 International Relations of the Asia Pacific
  • POLS5641 International Security
  • POLS5651 Global Political Economy
  • POLS5661 Approaches to International Relations
  • POLS5681 Governance in the International System
  • COMM5104 Public Communication
  • GEOG5411 Regional Development in the Global Context
  • POLS5010 NGOs, Governance and Development
  • POLS5105 International Relations in the Indian Ocean Region
  • POLS5301 Democracy in Divided Societies
  • POLS5501 The Politics of Public Policy
  • POLS5503 Public Administration
  • POLS5611 Religion, Global Identities and World Politics
  • POLS5612 World Politics: Muslims in the West
  • POLS5684 China and the World
  • POLS5686 International Norms, Ethics and Human Rights
  • POLS5691 Global Climate Politics
  • SOCS4100 Social Sciences Research Skills
  • WILG5001 Work Integrated Learning Internship Program

Entry requirements

  • a Bachelors degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognized by UWA and
  • the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 percent and
  • successfully completed prior study in a field relevant to International Relations or
  • completed a Graduate Certificate in International Relations at UWA.