Humanities and Social Sciences

Politics and International Relations Program

Master of International Relations

Who should undertake the course?

The Master of International Relations offers demanding postgraduate study in the important and complex field of international affairs. While drawing on theory, the primary focus is on real-world issues and seeks to provide graduates with academic insights to help devise concrete responses to these issues.

The degree provides formal academic preparation for people who wish to work in areas that require a detailed understanding of the international political and economic context. These areas include:

• Diplomatic service;
• multinational corporations;
• management consulting;
• international media;
• areas of the public service with an international dimension such as intelligence, defence, and immigration; and
• the non-government sector, particularly aid organizations.

The degree is particularly useful for professionals who seek to enhance their career opportunities, or for those who have embarked on a career but wish to change sectors, or recent graduates who wish to sharpen their skills. The degree taken with Honours also provides an opportunity to progress to a higher research degree.

Enquiries

Enquiries are invited from potential candidates and other interested parties. Please contact:

Local Students

Associate Professor Nick Bisley
Course Coordinator
Master of International Relations
School of Social Sciences
La Trobe University
Victoria, Australia, 3086
Tel: +61 3 9479 2692
Fax: +61 3 9479 1997
Email: n.bisley@latrobe.edu.au

International Students

For information on living costs, support services, accommodation, visas and more please contact:

La Trobe International
La Trobe University
Victoria, Australia, 3086
Tel: +61 3 9627 4805 or Freecall 1800 619 768 (within Australia)
Fax: +61 3 9479 3660
Email: international@latrobe.edu.au