Overview

The International Relations program at Monash University is defined by the big questions shaping our world – from global justice to war, peace, social movements and interstate relations.

Graduate with the skills to confidently analyse key global issues, with a focus on the concepts of power, security, sovereignty, risk and uncertainty. With a choice of four specialisations, this program will provide you with an internationally-respected qualification which will open doors within both the public and private sector.

Careers and opportunities

The Master of International Relations encompasses analysis of complex political, social and strategic problems, as well as the development of the skills needed to communicate this analysis – providing you with the basis for an intellectually engaging and rewarding career.

This highly-regarded program combines rigorous engagement with industry with the best of academic theory and critical thought. Upon graduation you’ll enter the industry with a highly-respected and relevant qualification which will prepare you for leadership in a diverse range of career paths – from all levels of government to NGOs, academia and public and private sector organisations both in Australia and around the world.

Graduates work in a broad range of occupations in sectors such as:

Intergovernmental (ASEAN, United Nations);

Governmental (counter-terrorism, defence, diplomacy, finance, immigration, trade);

Private (cybersecurity, defence, investment, law);

Non-profit (commerce, development, humanitarian aid, policy analysis).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Researching international relations

International political economy

Contemporary security topics

Foreign policy of emerging powers

Reading and writing international relations

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-07-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-15 00:00:00
Starting 2027-03-03 00:00:00

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Semester one

As an international student, apply for a place anytime throughout the year

Mid-year:

Application dates vary by faculty but generally close in mid-June

Language

English

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IELTS

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Credits

96 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Caulfield North, Australia
Clayton, Australia

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

CRICOS: 082659M

Entry level 1:

An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent), with at least a credit (60%) average.

Entry level 2:

An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with at least a credit (60%) average.

An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) and an Australian graduate certificate (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with at least 50% average in both qualifications.

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

43400 AUD / year

≈ 43400 AUD / year
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Citizens or residents

30200 AUD / year

≈ 30200 AUD / year

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Key information

Duration

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Academic requirements

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