306668 v.3 Graduate Diploma in International Relations and National Security

GradDipIntlRelNatSec(Curtin)

Course CRICOS Code: 074660G
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas: 1 Year

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Course Overview

Graduate diplomas prepare students to develop advanced knowledge and skills for professional or highly skilled work and further learning corresponding to AQF level 8 qualifications.

This course provides the skills, knowledge and understanding of contemporary international relations as well as advanced skills in research and analytical thinking.

Additional Course Expenses

Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.

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Course Entry and Completion Details

Applicants are required to meet University academic and English language entry standards; details are provided at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au. Applicants generally require a bachelor degree or graduate certificate.

Credit for Recognised Learning

Applications for credit towards a course are assessed on an individual basis. Credit reduces the amount of learning required to complete the course and may be granted for formal education qualifications, non-formal learning from non-award programs of study and informal learning through work experiences. Further information can be found at http://futurestudents.curtin.edu.au.

Intermediate Awards

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 awards approved for this course:

Graduate Certificate in International Relations and National Security

Pathway to Further Study

Graduates may qualify for entry to some master degrees. For further details, see the University website http://curtin.edu.au.

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Course Organisation

Graduate diplomas contain a series of units which may include compulsory (core), optional or elective units to cater for student preferences. They may contain a range of majors/streams for students to choose from to pursue learning in a specialised area of study.

Course Learning Outcomes

A graduate of this course can:

1. apply knowledge of the principles and concepts of international relations and national security in work related settings; foster gained knowledge and develop strong independent research skills through minor and major research projects

2. critically analyse and interpret major political, security, socio-economic and policy issues using an international relations and security studies framework; think creatively to develop effective policy solutions to national and international challenges

3. identify, systemise, process, and critically evaluate and synthesise relevant data from a range of appropriate sources; create an effects-based policy product

4. communicate, both verbally and in writing, comprehensive analyses of complex international relations and national security data or theories

5. use relevant technologies to effectively collect and interrogate data, and communicate findings

6. develop strong independent learning and analytical skills

7. develop skills to think strategically and in the global context

8. develop strong appreciation of working in multi-cultural national and international environments

9. develop and practice effective independent multi-tasking and team management skills; develop leadership skills and strong professional ethics

Duration and Availability

This fee-paying course is one year full-time or equivalent part-time study.

Location and delivery Mode

Year	Location	Period	All*	Internal	Partially Online Internal^	External	Fully Online#
2014	Bentley Campus	Semester 1	Y
2014	Bentley Campus	Semester 2	Y

The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.

* The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.

^ Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.

# Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.

Course Structure				Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
306651	v.4		Contemporary Security Challenges 571	2.0	25.0
314090	v.1		National Security and Strategy 572	2.0	25.0
			OR
306643	v.5		Contemporary Issues in International Relations 570	2.0	25.0
			SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:		50.0
					100.0
Year 1 Semester 2
			SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:		100.0
					100.0
Optional Units (No Year Level Specified)				Hrs/Wk	Credit
314089	v.1 **		Globalised Terrorism 512	2.0	25.0
314091	v.1 **		Intelligence and Analysis 581	2.0	25.0
314079	v.1 **		Strategic Geography 584		25.0
306653	v.4 *		Asia Pacific Studies 573	2.0	25.0
314080	v.1 *		Russian and Eurasian Studies 578	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		25.0
314092	v.1 *		Geo-Strategy and Energy Security 585	2.0	25.0
306661	v.3		Ethnopolitical Movements 581	2.0	25.0
314199	v.1		Regional Study 585	2.0	25.0

*    Select up to four optional units from list two

**    Select up to two optional units from list one

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Further Information

For more information about the course, please contact the Faculty of Humanities on telephone (08) 9266 3400, email humanities@curtin.edu.au, or visit our website: http://humanities.curtin.edu.au

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.

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