Master of International Relations (Professional)

MIR (Prof)

Program Overview

Program Name	Master of International Relations (Professional)
Level	Postgraduate
Type	Masters Coursework
Mode	On-campus
Duration	15 subjects, 165 credit points
Starting Semesters	January, May, September
Program Code	HS-23078
CRICOS Code	063306E
Host Faculty	Humanities & Social Sciences
Program-specific Enquiries	H&SS Faculty Services Phone: +61 7 559 52522 Email: hss@bond.edu.au
Credit for Prior Study Enquiries	H&SS Faculty Services Phone: +61 7 559 52522 Email: hss@bond.edu.au
Admissions, Enrolment and General Enquiries	RECRUITMENT & ADMISSIONS Domestic Enquiries: Toll-free: 1800 074 074 (from within Australia) Phone: +61 7 559 51024 (from outside Australia) Email: information@bond.edu.au International Enquiries: Phone: +61 7 559 51024 Email: international@bond.edu.au

The Master of International Relations (Professional) is an innovative degree, designed to allow students to pursue advanced training in International Relations, while simultaneously developing workplace and business skills highly valued by employers.

The Master of International Relations (Professional) consists of 4 semesters and 20 weeks. Candidates will undertake specialist training in the area of International Relations, culminating with a professional suite comprising of a professional portfolio, field project and field project report. This program has been developed in collaboration with industry and is designed to dovetail into present and future professional career opportunities. At the end of the degree, candidates will have a professional portfolio detailing their research and practical expertise in their chosen vocational area.

Entry requirements

Completion of an undergraduate degree program at an approved institution with at least a major in International Relations or similar and normally with a record of performance at Credit (65%) level or better, subject to the decision of the Dean.

Professional Outcomes

The study of International Relations provides students with an understanding of international life – politically, economically and culturally. This degree will allow students to develop workplace skills which are highly valued by employers. Completion of this degree could see graduates entering a wide range of professions, including diplomacy, foreign affairs, defence, government service, business, journalism, teaching, politics, international trade or public service.

Work experience and Internships

Some students without practical workplace experience, or with workplace experience in a field different from their studies, choose to undertake an internship as part of their degree. This intensely practical professional development approach fosters graduates who are ready, willing and able to hit the ground running and make an immediate impact in the workplace.

Attendance

Most students undertake four subjects per semester (equivalent to 40 credit points). You may, however, enrol in fewer subjects and extend your degree over a longer period. Bond's Teaching methodology involves a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, examinations, projects, presentations, assignments, computer labs and industry projects.