Bachelor of Arts/Master of International Relations

Deakin University

About

Gain a deep understanding of the political forces that shape the world, while graduating with two versatile degrees that set you up for a global career.

You will major in international relations (IR) as part of your arts degree, then enhance your career options by choosing a complementary major and electives from the 36 disciplines on offer.

In the masters component, you’ll explore global governance and the United Nations, IR theory, international politics and security and strategy.Boost your employability and broaden your horizons through international experience opportunities.

Working alongside leaders from diverse cultures will allow you to see international relations from a unique perspective – an important skill for your career and your life.Want to know more about Australia’s position in the world of international relations?

Structure

To qualify for the award of Bachelor of Arts/Master of International Relations, students must complete 36 credit points as follows:

Bachelor of Arts component (24 credit points):

  • AAI018 Academic Integrity (0-credit-point compulsory unit)
  • An approved Bachelor of Arts major sequence in International Relations
  • An approved Bachelor of Arts minor sequence of at least 4 credit points, or a second approved Bachelor of Arts major sequence of at least 8 credit points
  • No more than 10 credit points of units at level 1
  • At least 6 credit points of units at level 3

Students must have completed 24 credit points of study successfully and achieved a WAM of 60 to continue through to the Master of International Relations. Students not having fulfilled this requirement are eligible to graduate with the Bachelor of Arts as an alternative exit.

Master of International Relations component (12 credit points):

  • 5 core units
  • 7 credit points of study combining research and course elective^ units (selected from Option 1, 2 or 3*)

^Course elective units may be used to form up to 2 specialisations

*Options 2 and 3 will meet the thesis requirements for a PhD pathway

The Faculty offers 2 units AIX160 Introduction to University Study and AIX117 Professional Writing for Work, that are specifically designed to ease the transition into university study. New students are encouraged to enrol in one or both of these units in their first year.

Entry requirements

If you are currently studying Year 12 in 2020 or completed Year 12 in 2018 or 2019 and have not attempted higher education or VET study since, your selection is based on the following.

Prerequisite subjects

Units 3 and 4: a study score of at least 25 in English EAL (English as an additional language) or at least 20 in English other than EAL.

ATAR

This course uses the ATAR as part of its selection considerations.

Selection is competitive and meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee selection. Our Admission Criteria and Selection Policy outlines the principles of selection.

Learning outcomes

Deakin's graduate learning outcomes describe the knowledge and capabilities graduates can demonstrate at the completion of their course. These outcomes mean that regardless of the Deakin course you undertake, you can rest assured your degree will teach you the skills and professional attributes that employers value. They'll set you up to learn and work effectively in the future.

outcome type outcome description
Discipline specific knowledge and capabilities Demonstrate a broad and coherent body of knowledge in the Arts disciplines, with depth in the underlying principles and concepts in one or more disciplines or areas of practice.
Communication Demonstrate highly developed skills in oral, written and electronic communication and the ability to communicate research outcomes, and produce scholarly papers.
Digital literacy Research, analyse, synthesise and disseminate information using a range of appropriate technologies and resources in a rapidly-changing global environment.
Critical thinking Use critical and analytical thinking and judgment in selecting and applying appropriate theories and methodologies to evaluate information and knowledge about society, culture and the arts.
Problem solving Apply cognitive, technical and creative skills to generate solutions to unpredictable and sometimes complex problems in the Humanities, Social Sciences and the Creative Arts, including cross-disciplinary approaches.
Self-management Demonstrate autonomy, responsibility and accountability for personal actions and a continued commitment to learning in personal, professional, and scholarly contexts.
Teamwork Work and learn collaboratively with colleagues, other professionals and members of the wider community.
Global citizenship Demonstrate an awareness of ethical issues, cultural diversity, and social responsibility when engaging in scholarship and professional roles in the local, national or international community.

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