3095 - Master of Global Studies

The Masters of Global Studies is an inter-disciplinary program which will provide students with advanced knowledge and theoretical perspectives on contemporary global issues, and the ways in which national governments and non-government bodies are engaging with these. It covers a broad range of themes, such as international relations theories and practice, global civil society, international business, and concepts of nationalism and post-colonialism, within a broad framework of examining the current effects of globalisation. The course will encourage high level critical thinking skills through engagement with issues affecting the contemporary human condition, such as social justice, human rights and environmental sustainability in a global and international context. The course will also encourage the continuation of life-long learning, and through problem-based and workplace-centred projects, the incorporation of the knowledge and skills gained in the course directly into professional contexts.

Upon completion of this course, students will have:

• a comprehensive understanding of the processes and effects of globalisation, and of contemporary global issues, both from a theoretical perspective and through contextualised `real world' examples
• an appreciation and deeper respect for different cultures and the diverse issues facing countries in our region and worldwide, enabling them to live, learn, work and contribute globally
• highly developed critical thinking skills, particularly in regard to analysis of contemporary global issues and the responses of national government and non-governmental bodies
• the ability to integrate theoretical understandings and analysis of globalisation and global issues into their own professional workplace context
• highly developed web-based collaborative learning and research skills
• the ability to work and research independently on complex academic and workplace-based projects
• high level writing, communication and presentation skills.

Students complete 72 points, including 36 points of core units and at least one 12 point research or workplace project unit. A minimum of 24 points must be taken at level five. All units listed are worth 12 points.

At least three of the following:

• HYM4640/HYM5640 The world since 1900*
• HPM4503/HPM5503 International relations or PLM4520/PLM5520 Perspectives on world politics
• ITM4010/ITM5010 Global justice
• ITM4020/ITM5020 Civilising global politics

plus at least one of the following:

• GLM4000 Globalising research methods*
• GLM5000 Global research project
• GLM5001 Global workplace project

plus up to two approved elective 12 point units from across the University.

* Offered online only.

Students who have completed studies in this course to the value of:

• 24 points may apply to exit with a related graduate certificate
• 48 points may apply to exit with a related graduate diploma.

Students will also exit the masters with the appropriate award if they do not maintain the required academic level.

Master of Global Studies

* Where more than one award is listed, or in the case of double degrees, where more than one award is listed for one or both components of the double degree, the actual award/s conferred may depend on units/majors/streams/specialisations studied, the level of academic merit achieved (eg in the case of 'with honours' programs), or other factors relevant to the individual student's program of study.