Monash University

Master of International Relations

Social sciences, journalism and information

This course offers you a window into the diverse and dynamic world of politics in the 21st century. The program is defined by the big questions shaping our world – from global justice to war, peace, social movements and interstate relations. This course provides you with a comprehensive knowledge of international affairs, grounded in the fundamental debates framing global politics and driven by in-depth empirical analysis. You will graduate with an internationally-respected qualification, opening doors to opportunities in both the public and private sectors. <div id=

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Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters Degree
AQF 9
Campus
Caulfield East
VIC · +1 more campus
Course code
CRICOS 082659M
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Course overview

This course offers you a window into the diverse and dynamic world of politics in the 21st century. The program is defined by the big questions shaping our world – from global justice to war, peace, social movements and interstate relations. This course provides you with a comprehensive knowledge of international affairs, grounded in the fundamental debates framing global politics and driven by in-depth empirical analysis. You will graduate with an internationally-respected qualification, opening doors to opportunities in both the public and private sectors. <div id=

Entry requirements

Requirements are recorded per intake year and per audience. Meeting them does not guarantee an offer.

1. An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with a minimum credit (60%) average. Or An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) and an Australian graduate certificate (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with a minimum pass (50%) average in both qualifications. Cognate disciplines include: humanities and social sciences For Chinese Nationals: Please note that Shanghai Jiao Tong University requires Chinese nationals to sit and pass the National Master Unified Entrance Examination for master students (written exam and an interview with Shanghai Jiao Tong University) before applying to Monash for admission to this course. 2. Entry level 1: 96 points to complete Duration 2 years full-time. 4 years part-time.An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent), with a minimum credit (60%) average. Entry level 2: 72 points to complete Duration 1.5 years full-time. 3 years part-time.An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with a minimum credit (60%) average. Or An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) and an Australian graduate certificate (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with at least 50% average in both qualifications. Entry level 3: 48 points to complete Duration 1 year full-time. 2 years part-time.An Australian bachelor honours degree (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with a minimum credit (60%) average. Cognate disciplines include: humanities and social sciences 3. Entry level 1: 96 points to complete Duration: 2 years full-time, 4 years part-timeAn Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with a minimum credit (60%) average. Or An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) and an Australian graduate certificate (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with a minimum pass (50%) average in both qualifications. Cognate disciplines include: humanities or social sciences Planning reference: missing 2027 requirements use the latest published requirements from 2026; newer explicit 2027 requirements take precedence.

Academic qualifications

Values are shown exactly as the institution publishes them.

Prior tertiary weighted average mark

50%

50%

English language

Band minimums apply in addition to the overall score.

  • IELTS AcademicOverall 6.5L 6 · R 6 · W 6 · S 6
  • PTE AcademicOverall 58L 50 · R 50 · W 50 · S 50
  • TOEFL iBTOverall 79L 12 · R 13 · W 21 · S 18

Additional requirements

  • Academic entry requirement

    1. An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with a minimum credit (60%) average. Or An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) and an Australian graduate certificate (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with a minimum pass (50%) average in both qualifications. Cognate disciplines include: humanities and social sciences For Chinese Nationals: Please note that Shanghai Jiao Tong University requires Chinese nationals to sit and pass the National Master Unified Entrance Examination for master students (written exam and an interview with Shanghai Jiao Tong University) before applying to Monash for admission to this course. 2. Entry level 1: 96 points to complete Duration 2 years full-time. 4 years part-time.An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent), with a minimum credit (60%) average. Entry level 2: 72 points to complete Duration 1.5 years full-time. 3 years part-time.An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with a minimum credit (60%) average. Or An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) and an Australian graduate certificate (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with at least 50% average in both qualifications. Entry level 3: 48 points to complete Duration 1 year full-time. 2 years part-time.An Australian bachelor honours degree (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with a minimum credit (60%) average. Cognate disciplines include: humanities and social sciences 3. Entry level 1: 96 points to complete Duration: 2 years full-time, 4 years part-timeAn Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with a minimum credit (60%) average. Or An Australian bachelor degree (or equivalent) and an Australian graduate certificate (or equivalent) in a cognate* discipline with a minimum pass (50%) average in both qualifications. Cognate disciplines include: humanities or social sciences

  • Additional entry requirement

    Recognised bachelor-equivalent qualification; course-specific score, discipline and additional requirements; English proficiency.

Intakes and tuition

Tuition is recorded per intake with the institution's own basis. Superseded rows are kept so fee changes stay visible.

IntakeCampusStartsApplications closeTuitionFor
2027 · Semester 2Caulfield——$47,792per yearInternational students
2027 · Semester 2Clayton——$47,792per yearInternational students
2027 · Semester 1Caulfield——$47,792per yearInternational students
2027 · Semester 1Clayton——$47,792per yearInternational students

Where it is taught

  • Caulfield

    Primary

    900 Dandenong Road, CAULFIELD EAST, VIC, 3145, CAULFIELD EAST, VIC

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  • Clayton

    Wellington Road, CLAYTON, VIC, 3168, CLAYTON, VIC

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References

Official course page, institution website and the sources behind this profile.

  1. Master of International Relationsmonash.edu
  2. Monash Universitymonash.edu
  3. CRICOS provider recordOfficial source
  4. 2027 International Undergraduate Course GuideOfficial source
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  6. Monash English language requirementsOfficial source
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  16. QS World University Rankings 2027Official source
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Master of International Relations at Monash University: Fees & Entry Requirements