Monash University: University Handbooks: Postgraduate handbook 2004: Units indexed by faculty
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Course code: 3093 + Clayton + Mid-year entry available + Course coordinator: Richard Devetak
The course explores the nature of the international political system and some of the key issues in contemporary international relations. Individual units deal with a range of topics including international security, regional politics, and theory.
A bachelors degree with at least a credit average in the final year, or a bachelors pass degree with demonstrable professional experience at senior level in a relevant area. Such applicants will need to supply a CV, a 1000-word statement and the names of two professional referees. After successful completion of 48 points, students may apply to exit with a Postgraduate Diploma in International Relations, or a Graduate Certificate in International Relations after successful completion of 24 points.
After successful completion of 24 points, students may apply to exit the program with a Graduate Certificate in International Relations, or after successful completion of 48 points with a Postgraduate Diploma in International Relations.
Students must complete 72 points comprising 48 points (four units) at fourth-year level (including at least two core units) and 24 points at fifth-year level. For full-time students commencing in first semester, the following structure applies:
Either the following core units:
and
or
One of the above core units and an elective selected from:
Either the following core units:
and
or
One of the above core units and the following elective:
Either:
and
or
To graduate with the Master of International Relations, students must gain a credit in core units and a credit average overall.
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