Master of Arts (International Relations)
2018 Deakin University Handbook
| Year | 2018 course information |
|---|---|
| Award granted | Master of Arts (International Relations) |
| Course Map | This course map is for new students commencing from Trimester 1 2018. This course map is for new students commencing from Trimester 3 2018. If you require a course map from a previous year, please contact a Student Adviser. |
| Campus | Offered at Burwood (Melbourne) |
| Cloud Campus | Yes |
| Duration | 1-2 years full time or part time equivalent depending on your entry point |
| Deakin course code | A723 |
| Approval status | This course is approved by the University under the Higher Education Standards Framework. |
| Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) recognition | The award conferred upon completion is recognised in the Australian Qualifications Framework at Level 9. |
Course sub-headings
- Course overview
- Career opportunities
- Participation requirements
- Mandatory student checks
- Research information
- Fees and charges
- Course Learning Outcomes
- Course rules
- Specialisations
- Course structure
- Work experience
- Details of specialisations
- Other learning experiences
- Research and research-related study
Course overview
Get high-level skills in theoretical and empirical analysis to interpret global issues.
This course is ideal if you work in public service, the private sector or for a small business, as you’ll learn how international forces shape your environment.
You’ll develop skills in policy analysis, get a systematic understanding of the threats to peace and security, and global forces shaping political, social and economic life.
The Master of Arts (International Relations) aims to produce graduates who are able to demonstrate high-level skills of theoretical and empirical analysis and interpret global issues and events. This course will give you a substantial understanding of the complexities of contemporary international relations.
You’ll examine key contemporary issues and developments around the world, particularly in the Asia Pacific region. The program also offers optional postgraduate internships, giving you the opportunity to get experience overseas.
Career opportunities
Career opportunities for international relations graduates exist in all levels of government, private sector corporations and small business, non-government organisations, the media, consultancy, the defence forces, foreign affairs departments, immigration departments, management consultancies, multicultural associations, education, health, politics and research.
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Participation requirements
Reasonable adjustments to participation and other course requirements will be made for students with a disability. Click here for more information.
Mandatory student checks
Any unit which contains work integrated learning, a community placement or interaction with the community may require a police check, Working with Children Check or other check.
Research information
Students will undertake research training and complete a research project in one of the three following options:
- one credit points of research training in research design, and a one credit point research project;
- two credit points of research training in research design and methods (qualitative or quantitative), and a two credit point research project; or
- two credit points of research training in research design and methods (qualitative or quantitative), and a four credit point research project developed in consultation with a supervisor from the relevant discipline
Fees and charges
Fees and charges vary depending on your course, your fee category and the year you started. To find out about the fees and charges that apply to you, visit the Current students fees website.
Course Learning Outcomes
| Deakin Graduate Learning Outcomes | Course Learning Outcomes |
| Discipline specific knowledge and capabilities | Review and analyse major theoretical, conceptual and policy debates and disputes in International Relations pertaining to foreign policy, conflict and security, international and regional politics, globalisation, and international law with reference to empirical cases. |
| Communication | Effectively communicate the findings and analyses of International Relations theories, concepts and their application to real-world contexts, in a selection of written, oral and digital formats, to a range of audiences. |
| Digital literacy | Employ a range of digital communication technologies and platforms appropriately to conduct research, engage in debate, communicate findings, and deliver reports and presentations to a diverse range of audiences. |
| Critical thinking | Analyse, critically evaluate and synthesise theoretical conceptualisations of international politics and policy responses by a range of actors in the context of the changing international political system. |
| Problem solving | Employ initiative and creativity in conjunction with appropriate Social Science methods of research and analysis to investigate complex real-world problems in a systematic manner and generate and evaluate potential responses to issues in the areas of conflict and security, globalization, international crises and risks, foreign policy and international law. |
| Self-management | Demonstrate autonomy, responsibility, accountability and a continued commitment to learning and skill development personally, academically and professionally in the field of International Relations. |
| Teamwork | Work and learn collaboratively with others in the field of International Relations and from other backgrounds while still maintaining responsibility for their own learning. |
| Global citizenship | Analyse and respond to issues in global politics in domestic, regional and international contexts as a reflective scholar and practitioner, taking into account cultural and socio-economic diversity, social and environmental responsibility and adherence to professional and academic ethical standards. |
| Approved by Faculty Board May 2014 | |
Course rules
To be awarded a Master of Arts (International Relations) a student must successfully complete 16 credit points comprising:
- 6 core units
- AAI018 Academic Integrity (0-credit-point compulsory unit)
- 10 credit points of study combining research and elective units in one of the following configurations:
Option 1
- 6 credit points of research project units (AIX706; AIX707 or AIX708; AIX702 (2cps); AIX703 (2cps))
- 4 credit points of electives chosen from the specialisations or general electives
Option 2
- 4 credit points of research units (AIX704; AIX705; AIX706; AIX707 or AIX708)
- 6 credit points of electives chosen from the specialisations or general electives
Option 3
- 2 credit point of research units (AIX701 and AIX706)
- 8 credit points of electives chosen from the specialisations or general electives
Specialisations
Students who complete a specialisation of 4 credit points will have the specialisation indicated on their academic transcript.
Specialisations are available in the following areas:
Asia-Pacific Regional Dynamics
Human Rights and International Law
International Political Economy and Global Governance
Transnational Activism and Civil Society
Course structure
Core Units
| AIR707 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR742 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR747 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR748 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR728 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR726 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
Course structure
Course structure
Options 1, 2 & 3
Option 1
| AIX702 | Unit description is currently unavailable (2 credit points) |
| AIX703 | Unit description is currently unavailable (2 credit points) |
| AIX706 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
Plus either
| AIX707 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
or
| AIX708 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
Plus 4 electives chosen from the specialisations or general electives
Option 2
| AIX704 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIX705 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIX706 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
Plus either
| AIX707 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
or
| AIX708 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
Plus 6 electives chosen from the specialisations or general electives
Option 3
| AIX706 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIX701 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
Plus 8 electives chosen from the specialisations or general electives
Work experience
Elective units may provide the opportunity for Work Integrated Learning experiences.
Details of specialisations
Asia-Pacific Regional Dynamics
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Cloud (online)
Units
| AIR701 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR712 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR753 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR748 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR728 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
Details of specialisations
General electives
Units
| AIR790 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| ADS701 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AHA721 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
Details of specialisations
Transnational Activism and Civil Society
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Cloud (online)
Units
| AIR717 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR720 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR726 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR729 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| ALR718 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
Details of specialisations
International Political Economy and Global Governance
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Cloud (online)
Units
| AIR707 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR720 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR728 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR753 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
Details of specialisations
Human Rights and International Law
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Cloud (online)
Units
| AIR707 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR717 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR726 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR729 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
Details of specialisations
Conflict and Security
Campuses
Burwood (Melbourne), Cloud (online)
Units
| AIR701 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR717 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR729 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR732 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR748 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
| AIR753 | Unit description is currently unavailable |
Other course information
Course duration - additional information
Course duration may be affected by delays in completing course requirements, such as accessing or completing work placements.
Other learning experiences
There are options for WIL and study tours across many of the SHSS courses.
Research and research-related study
Independent research components are embedded across a number of units.