Masters of International Relations / Peace and Conflict Studies
Overview
Graduate with two sought-after Masters qualifications, ready to engage in the fields of conflict resolution, aid and development.
This two year full-time (or part-time equivalent) dual degree program allows you to obtain two highly sought-after and complementary qualifications from a school that is recognised internationally as a leader in peace and conflict studies. It provides an understanding of the broad structures and dynamics of the international system, combined with more specialised skills and knowledge of critical issues and debates relating to peace and conflict.
The Master of International Relations covers the key issues and challenges in contemporary world politics, international security, foreign affairs and global, international and regional governance. You'll be able to develop skills in international political analysis and political risk evaluation, and in addressing bilateral, regional and global policy objectives.
The Master of Peace and Conflict Studies builds knowledge of the forces that generate contemporary conflict and the process and practices that contribute to conflict prevention, resolution and peace-building. It also equips you with practical skills to engage in conflict analysis and resolution, and peace-building in the contemporary global context.
Our graduates have gone on to work in areas such as diplomacy, government, think-tanks, the UN, NGOs and the media.
Program highlights
- Benefit from a unique dual degree where you’ll learn to analyse political conflict and identify solutions.
- Choose to include a fieldwork experience or research thesis, and/or participate in the Graduate Centre Mentorship Program.
- Learn from award-winning teachers, internationally renowned academics and activities designed to enhance employability.
- Develop a valuable skillset and be in global demand.
How you'll learn
Your learning experiences are designed to best suit the learning outcomes of the courses you choose.
- Lectures
- Overseas study
- Research experience
- Seminars
What you'll study
At UQ, degrees are called 'programs' and subjects are called 'courses'. Here's a sample of the courses you could study in this program:
- Globalisation, International Political Economy and Development
- Preventing War Crimes and Atrocities
- International Security
- Foreign Policy and Diplomacy
Career possibilities
Postgraduate study can take you anywhere. Here are some of the careers you could be on your way to:
- Diplomatic officer
- UN delegate
- Foreign affairs and trade official
- Indigenous rights adviser
- Humanitarian aid official
- Foreign correspondent
- Human rights advocate
- Foreign policy adviser
- Asia-Pacific international relations adviser
The dual masters program was really a blessing for me...to learn essentials from both programs which sometimes investigates similar problems and solutions, but also differ in so many areas.
The dual masters program was really a blessing for me...to learn essentials from both programs which sometimes investigates similar problems and solutions, but also differ in so many areas.
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Entry requirements
Entry requirements
To be eligible for entry, you'll need:
English language requirements
IELTS overall 6.5; reading 6; writing 6; speaking 6; listening 6. For other English Language Proficiency Tests and Scores approved for UQ
TOEFL IBT - Overall 87, listening 19, reading 19, writing 21 and speaking 19.
TOEFL PB - Overall 570, listening 54, reading 54, writing 59/5.
Pearsons - Overall Score of 64 and 60 in all sub bands.
BE - A minimum overall grade of 4 plus a minimum grade of C in all macro skills.
CES - Overall 176 and 169 in all sub bands.
OET is not accepted.
There are other ways to meet the English language requirements. For some programs, additional conditions apply.
Student visas
International students who are accepted into full-time study in the Masters of International Relations / Peace and Conflict Studies are eligible to apply for an Australian student visa (subclass 500).
There are a number of requirements you must satisfy before a visa is granted, including the genuine temporary entrant (GTE) requirement.
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Additional application information
An approved degree in the same discipline; or
A GCIR* or GCIS* or GDipIS* from the university; or
An approved degree in any discipline and a minimum of three years professional experience, approved by the executive dean.
MPaCS (24 units)
An approved degree in the same discipline; or
A GCPaCS* or GCMedConfRes* or GCAP* or GCIS* or GDipIS* from the university; or
An approved degree in any discipline and a minimum of three years relevant professional experience.
*Please note if the GCIR or GCPaCS or GCMedConfRes or GCAP or GCIS or GDipIS is used as the basis of entry into the program as you do not have an existing approved degree in the same discipline, you will not be eligible for credit towards the Masters program.
Additional application information
An approved degree in the same discipline with a GPA of 5; or
A GCIR* or GCIS* or GDipIS* from the university with a GPA of 5; or
An approved degree in any discipline with a GPA of 5 and a minimum of three years professional experience, approved by the executive dean.
MPaCS (24 units)
An approved degree in the same discipline with a GPA of 5; or
A GCPaCS* or GCMedConfRes* or GCAP* or GCIS* or GDipIS* from the university with a GPA of 5; or
An approved degree in any discipline with a GPA of 5 and a minimum of three years relevant professional experience.
*Please note if the GCIR or GCPaCS or GCMedConfRes or GCAP or GCIS or GDipIS is used as the basis of entry into the program as you do not have an existing approved degree in the same discipline, you will not be eligible for credit towards the Masters program.
Fees and Scholarships
Indicative annual fee
Approximate yearly cost of tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your selected courses and study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
$24,480
2023
$24,480
2023
Approximate yearly cost of full-time tuition (16 units). Your fees will vary according to your selected courses and study load. Fees are reviewed each year and may increase.
AUD $31,744
2023
AUD $31,744
2023
Government assistance
Financial aid
As an international student, you might be eligible for financial aid – either from your home country, or from the Australian Government.
FEE-HELP
Domestic students who are accepted into the Masters of International Relations / Peace and Conflict Studies pay tuition fees.
FEE-HELP is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students with the cost of their tuition fees.
Centrelink support
The Australian Government offers a number of income-support payments to eligible Australian university students.
Scholarships
You may be eligible for more than 100 scholarships, including:
How to apply
Applying online
All international applications should be submitted to UQ. If you prefer, you can use an approved UQ agent in your country.
The program code for the Masters of International Relations / Peace and Conflict Studies is 5688.
Find out more about applying for postgraduate coursework study
Applying online
All domestic applications should be submitted to UQ.
The program code for the Masters of International Relations / Peace and Conflict Studies is 5688.
Find out more about applying for postgraduate coursework study
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
- To commence study in semester 2 - May 31 of the year of commencement.
- To commence study in semester 1 - November 30 of the previous year.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Important dates
The closing date for this program is:
- To commence study in Semester 1 - January 31 of the year of commencement.
- To commence study in Semester 2 - June 30 of the year of commencement.
To learn more about UQ dates, including semester start dates, view the Academic Calendar.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants
For support with applying - or if you have any questions about Uni - get in touch with our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Studies Unit.
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