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International Studies (International Relations) International Relations (IR) is one of the most exciting components of political science. Increasingly, professional opportunities are linked to, and pursued within, a shrinking and more complex world. Traditional dimensions of IR remain central to international peace and prosperity. These include: international diplomacy, arms control, alliance politics, institutionalism and development studies at both the regional and global levels. Newer dimensions of IR however, are also moving toward centre-stage, becoming integral components of the field. These include international political economics, environmental politics, refugee and migration problems, human rights and human security. The rapidly expanding and diverse array or issue-areas that can be studied under the IR rubric establishes the field as a dynamic and important part of our daily lives. The School of Political Science and International Studies at The University of Queensland has a strong and growing research and teaching profile in the field of international relations. It has close ties with several Commonwealth government agencies (including the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade and the Department of Defence) as well as with a number of overseas institutions and research centres in Asia, Europe and North America. The programs bring together the sub-disciplines of international relations, security studies, diplomacy and political economy. These are fields of study that are often offered separately. However, in an era of increasing internationalisation of political issues and the globalisation of the economy, presenting issues in strict separation risks intellectual credibility. By bringing together these various issues and streams in cohesively constructed programs, the processes of policy formulation and implementation will become more apparent to students undertaking this field of study. Employment Outcomes Qualifications in international relations can lead directly to employment in a range of positions requiring analytical expertise and sound knowledge of global issues. The postgraduate qualifications are designed to equip students with capacities relevant to careers in such areas as diplomacy, defence, journalism, intelligence and a wide variety of both government and NGO positions. Particular strengths of the program include: • Domestic students can balance their study load by selecting between one and four courses per semester. • You will study with students from a wide range of countries, organisations and professions. • Teaching is conducted in small groups and most classes are held in the evening. • Successful completion of the Graduate Certificate satisfies the entry requirements for the Graduate Diploma and Masters degrees. • The degrees (Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Masters) are articulated so that full credit is forwarded towards the next level of qualification. • The program incorporates an Internship/Applied Field Experience option, for which students can apply. To date, students have been placed with the United Nations High Commission for Human Rights, the United Nations High Commission for Refugees, the Centre for Applied Studies in International Negotiation in Geneva, International Alert, the Australian Red Cross and many other organisations. • Teaching staff are recognised as being world class in their respective fields. They regularly engage with national and international agencies to provide policy advice, research, consultancy and training. These agencies include Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, various United Nations bodies, think tanks such as the Australian Strategic Policy Institute, and nongovernment agencies such as the Medical Association for the Prevention of War and Swiss Agency for International Development. • Staff research has been supported by the Australian Research Council, the United States Institute of Peace, the Carnegie Foundation, the Japan Foundation, and the Humboldt Foundation.
Master of International Studies (International Relations) Entry Requirements An applicant must hold an approved degree or have successfully completed the Graduate Diploma in International Studies (International Relations). The applicant must also satisfy the Executive Dean and Head of School that they are suitably qualified for admission. Program of Study Obtain credit for #24 units (a standard course is valued at #2 units) from the following list of courses: Required courses: • Advanced International Studies #4 Core courses: (#10-12 units from the list below): • Globalisation, International Political Economy & Development #2 • International Relations of the Asia-Pacific #2 • International Security #2 • Evolution of the International System #2 • Foreign Policy, Diplomacy & Statecraft #2 • Arms Control & Disarmament #2 Elective courses: (#8-10 units from the list below): • Conflict Prevention & Resolution #2 • Ethics & Human Rights #2 • Contemporary Peacekeeping #2 • Peacebuilding #2 • Gender in International Politics & Development #2 • Culture, Conflict & Reconciliation #2 • Development Administration #2 • Independent Study #2 • Specialist Studies in International Politics #2 • Research Report (MIS) #6 • The Politics of Development Practice #2 • Research Methods #2 Students may also be able to undertake an internship with an Australian government or nongovernment organisation in lieu of an elective. In addition to the listed electives, students may be able to enrol in selected courses from other Schools within the University. Please consult the Program Director. These courses may include: • International Issues in Community Development #2 • International Dispute Settlement #2 • International Humanitarian Law #2 • Mediation #2 • Tolerance & Conflict in the Contemporary Middle East #2 Graduate Diploma in International Studies (International Relations) Entry Requirements An applicant must hold an approved degree or have successfully completed the Graduate Certificate in International Studies (International Relations). The applicant must also satisfy the Executive Dean and Head of School that they are suitably qualified for admission. Program of Study Obtain credit for #16 units (a standard course is valued at 2 units) from the following list of courses: Required courses: • International Relations of the Asia-Pacific #2 • Advanced International Studies #4 • International Security #2 • Evolution of the International System #2 • Arms Control & Disarmament #2 Elective courses: (#4 units from the list below): • Conflict Prevention & Resolution #2 • Ethics & Human Rights #2 • Contemporary Peacekeeping #2 • Peacebuilding #2 • Independent Study #2 • Specialist Studies in International Politics #2 Graduate Certificate in International Studies (International Relations) Entry Requirements An applicant must hold an approved degree or other post-secondary studies and relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a completed degree. Program of Study Obtain credit for #8 units (a standard course is valued at 2 units) from the following list of courses: Required courses: • Advanced International Studies #4 Elective courses: (#4 units from the list below): • International Relations of the Asia-Pacific #2 • Advanced International Studies #4 • International Security #2 • Evolution of the International System #2 • Arms Control & Disarmament #2 Applications The last date for postgraduate coursework applications for first semester is 31 January. However all prospective applicants are encouraged to apply well before that date. Applications for second semester should be received by the first week in July. Australian and New Zealand Students Applications forms are available at: www.uq.edu.au/study/forms/postgrad/ ApplicPostgradCourse.pdf International Students Application forms are available at: www.uq.edu.au/studyforms/international/ InternatGradCourseworkAppForm.pdf
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