Overview
The following information applies to students commencing from 2017.
Studying International Relations (IR) at UNSW will equip you with a strong theoretical and practical understanding of contemporary world politics. The program is designed to introduce you to the main theories and theoretical traditions that explain the practices and processes of … For more content click the Read More button below.
The Master of International Relations (MIR) will extend and deepen your existing skills, knowledge and understanding of world politics as well as teach you advanced skills in research and analytical thinking. The program offers the opportunity to analyse issues such as the global economy and environment, international law and diplomacy, international and regional institutions, the conduct of war and the pursuit of international peace and security. In practical terms, you will study current issues of international concern, including economic uncertainty, environmental threats, humanitarian crises, human rights violations, global poverty and terrorism.
The program emphasises the relationship between theory and practice in world politics; studying for the Master of International Relations will extend your existing knowledge and equip you with advanced skills to analyse world affairs. You will explore the many issues raised by increasing global interconnectivity, and the rapidly changing nature of world politics.
Learning Outcomes
1.
Communicate complex ideas to a range of audiences, undertake both independent and collaborative enquiry, apply technical skills and be adaptive learners and practitioners.
- Scholars
- Professionals
- Global citizens
2.
Demonstrate an understanding of both local and global issues in the field of International Relations.
- Global citizens
- Professionals
3.
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of International Relations and an ability to apply this in a range of international contexts and environments.
- Scholars
- Leaders
4.
Account for the ways in which new knowledge is produced and deeper knowledge acquired in and for International Relations
- Professionals
- Scholars
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Provide evidence of advanced critical thinking and problem solving skills applicable to a range of international environments and practices.
- Leaders
- Professionals
- Scholars
Available in Program(s) Single degree program(s) in which this specialisation is available:
Master of International Relations - MIR8233 - International Relations
Specialisation Structure
Students must complete 96 UOC.
Disciplinary Core Courses24 Units of Credit:
Research Core Courses18 Units of Credit:
Elective Courses
Research Prescribed Electives
Enrolment Disclaimer
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You are responsible for ensuring that you enrol in courses according to your program requirements and by following the advice of your Program Authority. myUNSW enrolment checks that you have met enrolment requirements such as pre-requisites for individual courses but not that you are enrolling in courses that will count towards your program requirements.
You are responsible for ensuring that you enrol in courses according to your program requirements and by following the advice of your Program Authority. myUNSW enrolment checks that you have met enrolment requirements such as pre-requisites for individual courses but not that you are enrolling in courses that will count towards your program requirements.
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