Bond University

  • 2,681 postgraduate students
  • 50% international / 50% domestic

Master of International Relations

  • Masters (Coursework)

The Master of International Relations program is an innovative, forward-looking program that is attuned to the dynamics of the globalising world and its multiple diplomatic channels.

Key details

Degree Type
Masters (Coursework)
Duration
3 semesters full-time
Course Code
HS-23097, 078661G
Study Mode
In person
Intake Months
May, Sep

About this course

The Master of International Relations program is an innovative, forward-looking program that is attuned to the dynamics of the globalising world and its multiple diplomatic channels. Students enrolled in the program will gain a solid grounding in contemporary, theoretical and cultural issues. Graduates from the program could seek to further their careers in diplomacy, international trade, government and business through an enhanced understanding of regional and global politics, development, strategic decision making, sociology and economy.

Study locations

Robina

Career pathways

The Master of International Relations program is designed for students who are wishing to expand upon their existing global career or studies. It will equip graduates with the critical thinking skills and strategic development required to expand their global careers.

Course structure

View the Master of International Relations - Program Structure and Sequencing.

Required Subjects

Plus students must choose one of the following research project options:

Option 1

Research Project (10cp)
9 Discipline subjects (90cp) (subjects listed below)
1 General Elective (10cp)

Students must choose 1 General Elective subject from the list of available postgraduate subjects from across the University.

Option 2

Major Research Project Part A and Part B (40cp) over two semesters
7 Discipline subjects (70cp) (subjects listed below)

Option 3

China Study Program (40cp) (faculty approval required)
Major Research Project Part A (20cp) (Part B is completed as part of the China Study Program)
5 Discipline subjects (50cp) (subjects listed below)

Discipline SubjectsTeaching methodology

Bond University's teaching methodology involves a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, examinations, projects, presentations, assignments, computer labs and industry projects.

Available research topics for dissertation / portfolio

The Faculty of Society & Design has highly skilled academic staff who can provide supervision to students in the following research areas:

  • ASEAN and Southeast Asian Regionalism
  • Australian Foreign Policy and Diplomacy
  • China's Foreign Policy
  • China's Defence Policy
  • Chinese Strategic Culture
  • Chinese Strategy and PLA Military Modernisation
  • Conduct of Future Warfare [Transformation of defence policy in the 21st Century]
  • Diplomacy, Theory and Practice [including sports-diplomacy]
  • Dynamics and International Relations of Greater Central Asia
  • East West Diplomatic Culture and Practice
  • Futures Studies and International Relations
  • Global Political Economy and Global Development
  • Historical International Relations Systems
  • International Relations Theory
  • Middle and Great Power Theory [Australia, South Korea, India and China]
  • North Korean Politics, Foreign Policy and Diplomacy
  • Pandemics and National/International Security
  • Politically Motivated Violence and Terrorism
  • Popular Geopolitics
  • Public Diplomacy - Theory and Practice
  • Space Policy, Strategic Competition and International Security
  • South Asian International Relations
  • The United Nations

Credit for prior study or work

Subject credits may be awarded for previous studies. To apply for credits, you will need to submit academic transcripts including detailed subject outlines/course descriptions for each relevant subject and/or certified copies of testamurs to the Office of Future Students. Please refer to how to apply for credit for more information

How to apply

In order to apply for study at Bond University, you will need to complete the Online Application Form. To find out more about the application process please refer to How to Apply.