Master of International Relations and Master of Journalism

Double degree courses include all the features of the component degree courses, except that electives may be reduced or redirected. In the International Relations and Journalism Masters course, you complete:
 

• Part A. Principal study in international relations and journalism studies (96 points)
  These studies draw on best practices within the broad realm of international relations practice and research exploring the security, ethical, and economic dimensions of international relations. You will have opportunities to examine key issues in foreign policy, global governance, peace and conflict, political violence and terrorism.
  These studies will introduce you to journalism studies at graduate level. Through a combination of academic and practice-based work, you will gain a solid foundation in all production technologies - print, video and online - in metropolitan, regional and international contexts.
• Part B. Advanced expertise (24 points)
  The focus of these studies is professional or scholarly work that can contribute to a portfolio of professional development. These studies will be credited to each of the two degrees and you will have the opportunity, if you choose, to undertake a cross disciplinary project or internship that integrates and draws on both fields of study, international relations and journalism.

You have two options:
 

• a program of coursework study where you select the units to suit your own interests. This option includes the opportunity to undertake an internship in the field.
• a 24-point research thesis. If you wish to use this master's course as a pathway to a graduate research degree, you should take this second option.
   

If you are admitted to the course, and have a recognised honours degree in a cognate discipline including humanities or social sciences, you will receive credit for Part B,. However, if you wish to complete a 24-point research project as part of the course you should consult with the course coordinator.

Minimum Entry Requirements (International students)

Qualifications

Depending on prior qualifications:

Entry level 1: Duration: 2.5 years full-time
An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline including humanities or social sciences with at least credit (60%) average, or qualification and experience approved by the faculty

Or

An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) and an Australian graduate certificate (or equivalent) in a cognate discipline including humanities or social sciences with at least a 50% average in both qualifications, or qualification and experience approved by the faculty.

Fees
Fees are subject to change annually.

International fee
 

• Fees are per 48 credit points which represents a standard full-time course load for a year.
• A$40,200