306642 v.3 Master of International Relations and National Security
MIntlRelNatSec(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 074662E
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
1.5 Years
Introduction
This course provides an understanding of contemporary international relations as well as advanced skills in research and analytical thinking. The course is designed to complement existing knowledge gained from an undergraduate education in any recognised area including business, humanities, sciences and education.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A bachelor degree in any field of study from a recognised tertiary education institution plus at least one year of work experience. Applicants who have completed the Graduate Diploma in International Relations or the first four units in that course will also be considered for entry.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is three semesters full-time or equivalent part-time study.
Intermediate Awards 1
A student who has successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate award(s) approved for this course are:
Intermediate Awards II
Graduate Certificate in International Relations and National Security; Graduate Diploma in International Relations and National Security
Course Organisation
Students are required to complete at least one third of their program via individual, supervised research projects at an advanced level, developing highly sophisticated skills in research, analysis, communication and reflection.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.
Course Structure Disclaimer
Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 306643 | v.4 | World Current Trends 570 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| OR | |||||
| 314090 | v.1 | National Security and Strategy 572 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 306651 | v.4 | Contemporary Security Challenges 571 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT 2 OPTIONS | 50.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| SELECT 4 OPTIONS | 100.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 302483 | v.4 | Advanced Individual Project 690 | 4.0 | 50.0 | |
| 302484 | v.4 | Advanced Individual Project 691 | 4.0 | 50.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units to Select from in Year 1 | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 306653 | v.4 * | Asia Pacific Studies 573 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314075 | v.1 * | Cultures of Violence and Conflict 582 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314078 | v.1 * | Security and Conflict in the Indian Ocean and Persian Gulf 583 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314079 | v.1 # | Strategic Geography 584 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314080 | v.1 * | Russian and Eurasian Studies 578 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314089 | v.1 # | Globalised Terrorism 512 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314091 | v.1 # | Intelligence and Analysis 581 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
| 314092 | v.1 * | Geo-Strategy and Energy Security 585 | 2.0 | 25.0 | |
# Select two optional units
* Select four optional units
