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Politics and International Relations

Master of International Relations

Students

Do you want an international career in diplomacy, journalism, the NGO sector, international business or in academia?

Then study International Relations at Macquarie University in Australia's most flexible and innovative graduate program:

  • Develop an understanding of the political, social, economic and legal processes and institutions of the international system.
  • Learn from experts in Asian, European, American, African, Australian and Middle Eastern International Relations.
  • Engage in international exercises using computer simulations.
  • Work as an intern in an embassy, NGO or the UN.
  • Study as an exchange student with an overseas university.
  • Enrol for 1 year full-time or 2-3 years part-time with day or evening classes.
    Study externally.


Alternatively, expand your expertise with our innovative double Masters degrees, offering the Master of International Relations with:

  • Master of International Business
  • Master of Translation and Interpreting
  • Master of Arts (in International Communication)
  • Master of International Trade and Commerce Law

Or move into the field by enrolling in the Postgraduate Diploma in International Relations, the Postgraduate Certificate in International Relations or the Postraduate Certificate in Research Methods (International Relations)

 

News and Events

English Workshops - Sem 1/09

These workshops will help increase your confidence in academic reading and writing. All MIR students are welcome.

 

Announcements

Closing dates for applications in the second half-year 2009 are:

For ext/distance students
Open Date 9 April 2009.
Closing date 29 May 2009.

For internal/on campus students
Open Date 9 April 2009.
Closing date 30 June 2009.

Exciting Volunteer Opportunities

Is it time for a life-changing experience?
Then join us on one of our exciting volunteer projects!
For details, click here (pdf)

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Global insight for Brazilian graduate

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