A6011 Master of International Relations and Master of Journalism

Double degree courses include all the features of the component degree courses, except electives may be reduced or redirected.

A research pathway is also available subject to meeting eligibility requirements.

Master of International Relations 

The Master of International Relations is structured in four parts. In the double degree course you complete:

Part A.  Core studies
These studies draw on best practices within the broad realm of international relations practice and research exploring the theoretical, analytical, economic, and security dimensions of global politics. 

Part B.  Applied studies
These studies cover key issues in diplomacy and global political economy, gender, peace and security, global migration, and political violence and counter-terrorism. Additionally you will undertake professional or scholarly work that can contribute to a portfolio of professional development.

Master of Journalism 

The Master of Journalism is structured in five parts. In the double degree course you complete:

Part B. Core studies 
These studies will immerse you in journalism studies at graduate level. Through a combination of academic and practice-based work, you will gain a solid foundation in creating works of journalism from mastering the written word in print through to video, audio, photography, digital production, investigative and data - in metropolitan, regional and international contexts.

Part C. Applied studies
The focus of these studies is professional or scholarly work that can contribute to a portfolio of professional development.

Part D. Professional practice studies 

Designed in association with industry experts, select from this suite of professional enhancement offerings to build essential competencies for your career pathway.

Course progression map

The course progression map provides guidance on unit enrolment for each semester of study.

You must complete 96 points, of which 48 points are from the Master of International Relations; including all the requirements in Part A and Part B for the single degree; and 48 points from the Master of Journalism; including all of the requirements in Part B, Part C and Part D. (6 credit points) for the single degree.

Research pathway (optional) – 24 credit points

You can complete a research pathway in your course if:
- you have achieved a minimum weighted average mark of 80% in the units of this course;
- you have the permission of the Course Director; and
- a suitable thesis supervisor is available.

The following unit replacements apply:
- APG5084 Designing research replaces Part D from the Master of Journalism. 
- APG5849 Research thesis A replaces 6 credit points of Part A from the Master of International Relations.
- APG5850 Research thesis B replaces 12 credit points of Applied studies from either the Master of International Relations or the Master of Journalism. 

Note 1. APG5084 Designing research is a co-requisite for enrolment in APG5849 Research thesis A and must be completed in the same semester.
Note 2. Undertaking the research pathway does not guarantee entry into a graduate research degree (e.g. Masters by Research, PhD).

You must complete 24 credit points from the following list:

• APG5084 Designing research
• APG5849 Research thesis A
• APG5850 Research thesis B