Graduate Certificate of International Relations - 2018

The Graduate Certificate of International Relations is designed for those desiring a greater understanding of the diverse and dynamic world of global politics in the 21st Century. Students are provided with foundation knowledge of international affairs, grounded in the key debates framing global politics and driven by in-depth empirical analysis. The degree builds essential skills in critical thinking, writing and presentation in multicultural settings designed to enhance learning success and career capabilities. Successful completion of this degree can count toward a 72 credit point Master of International Relations for those who desire further study.

These course outcomes are aligned with the Australian Qualifications Framework level 8 and Monash Graduate Attributes.

Upon successful completion of this course it is expected that students will be able to:

1. explain the principal themes, theories and issues in international relations
2. recognise the diversity of world views in practice
3. analyse and critically evaluate a range of texts pertaining to the field of international relations
4. utilise research skills to undertake a short, guided research task
5. communicate research findings in a range of formats to professional and non-professional audiences

The course comprises 24 points structured into three core units which provide knowledge, skills, attitudes and values required of skilled practitioners working in a range of fields addressing international relations.

Units are 6 points unless stated.

Students complete:

• APG5060 Advanced academic skills
• APG5471 Leadership in intercultural environments or APG5470 Managing multicultural teams
• APG5746 Reading and writing international relations (12 points)

Students who successfully complete the Graduate Certificate of International Relations will be eligible for admission at entry point 2 into the Master of International Relations.