International Relations University of New South Wales

Overview

Interested in advancing your understanding of international politics and examining how concepts and theories in international relations shape our view of the world? You will be introduced to the main theories and theoretical traditions that explain the practices and processes of world politics. 

You will extend and deepen your existing knowledge and understanding of world politics as well as learning advanced skills in research and analytical thinking. You will become part of the global conversation on issues such as military intervention, the rule of law, human security, economic development, human rights and global poverty.

Why choose this International Relations program from University of New South Wales? 

You will gain advanced skills to allow you to analyse world affairs and explore the many issues raised by the rapidly changing nature of world politics.

Who should choose this degree?

This degree will benefit those seeking to understand complex international issues with political, social, economic and legal dimensions.

Career opportunities

• Public sector: Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Department of Home Affairs, Ministry of External Affairs (Mexico), Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Norway) and the Ministry of Defence (Singapore)

• Private sector: Media Organisations, Trans- and Multi-national corporations, Industry and Financial Services

• International Organisations such as the United Nations and the World Bank

• Non-government Organisations in countries such as Australia, Indonesia, Malaysia, Canada, Thailand and Tonga