International Relations - A6010
Master's degree
This course offers you a window into the diverse and dynamic world of politics in the 21st century.
The program is defined by the big questions shaping our world – from global justice to war, peace, social movements and interstate relations.
This course provides you with a comprehensive knowledge of international affairs, grounded in the fundamental debates framing global politics and driven by in-depth empirical analysis. You will graduate with an internationally-respected qualification, opening doors to opportunities in both the public and private sectors.
How will the course help advance your career?
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).
At a glance
Course Details
Location |
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Duration |
1 year/1.5 years/2 years (full time), depending on prior qualifications. See entry requirements. |
Start date |
First Semester (February), Second Semester (July) |
Qualification |
Master of International Relations |
Entry Requirements
You need to satisfy the following entrance requirements to be considered for entry to this course.
Minimum Entry Requirements (International students)
Qualifications
Entry level 1: 96 points to complete Duration 2 years full-time. 4 years part-time. | An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent), with a minimum credit (60%) average. |
Entry level 2: 72 points to complete Duration 1.5 years full-time. 3 years part-time. | An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with a minimum credit (60%) average. Or 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. |
Entry level 3: 48 points to complete Duration 1 year full-time. 2 years part-time. | An Australian bachelor honours degree (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with a minimum credit (60%) average. |
*Cognate disciplines include: humanities and social sciences
English entry requirements
Level A
| IELTS (Academic): 6.5 Overall score, with minimum band scores: Listening 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0 and Speaking 6.0 | or | Pearson Test of English (Academic): 58 Overall score, with minimum scores: Listening 50, Reading 50, Speaking 50 and Writing 50 | or | TOEFL iBT: 0 - 120 scale: 1 - 6 scale: | or |
Courses that require English Level A only: Other approved English tests (minimum entry scores apply) Courses with English Level B, C, D, E and F: Other approved English tests (higher entry scores apply than specified) |
University entrance requirements
Minimum entrance requirements for admission to Monash University Australia.
The course structure and progression map can be viewed in the Handbook.
See also: Arts course maps
Partner with another course
Double degree courses allow you to study towards two different degrees at the same time, and graduate with two separate qualifications. And because a required subject in one course can count as an elective in the other, our double degrees take up to two years less than if you studied for the two degrees separately.
Making the application
Future students
Self assess for credit eligibility
Check for study credit using the "Credit search" link on the Credit for prior study page.
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. The fees for 2026 are:
A$46,400
Scholarships
We offer over 360 types of scholarships, valued at up to $280,000. Some scholarships offer one-off payments while others continue for the length of your course. Learn more about Monash Scholarships.
Other costs and fees
For information on other study costs and fees, see other study costs.
Enrolment Obligations
International students enrolling in a CRICOS-registered course can study no more than one third (33%) of their course by distance and/or online learning. Students must enrol in at least one unit that is not by distance and/or online in each compulsory study period unless the student is completing the last unit of their course. See standard 8.19 and 8.20 of National Code of Practice for Providers of Education and Training to Overseas Students 2018.
CRICOS code: 082659M
International course guides
If you are an international student and wish to find out more about our courses, entry requirements, studying at Monash and more, please download our international course guides below.
International Study Grants
