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Master of Arts (International Relations) (MAIR)
Program Code: 7818

CRICOS number: 021704E

This is a coursework and thesis program recommended for students interested in pursuing advanced work in international relations and as preparation for PhD study. It is completed in three semesters full-time or at least six semesters part-time. Recently celebrating its 32nd anniversary, the MAIR is among the oldest master degrees in international relations in the world. With its high admission standards, it has gained a reputation as a challenging, advanced-level degree.

The MAIR is awarded with an honours grading (1st class, 2A hons).

There is a requirement that candidates achieve a distinction (70%) average across all coursework units, with no fails recorded, before proceeding to the thesis. A distinction is also required in the thesis before candidates are awarded the MAIR. A distinction is set at the level of 2A honours or around a B+/A average. All students offered admission to the MAIR are selected on the judgement that past achievements suggest the student can meet this level.

Program Structure
MAIR candidates complete 48 units of coursework, comprising:

one compulsory 12-unit core course

another 12-unit core course from;

and four 6-unit electives from:

Cross-Campus Electives
One of the four 6-unit electives may also be taken outside the GSIA. At present, courses approved for credit towards the MAIR include: