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Degree Programs
MA
(International Relations) (MAIR)
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.
Master
of International Affairs (MIA)
This is a 48-unit coursework program (without thesis) completed
over two semesters full-time study or at least four semesters part-time.
This option draws on the coursework of the MAIR and on the experience
of the faculty and administrative staff of the MAIR. It is also
an advanced graduate degree with high admission and exit standards
but is of shorter duration.
Graduate
Diploma in International Affairs (GDIA)
The GDIA is a two-semester coursework program that provides a strong
foundation in international affairs. It also provides a stepping-stone
to the MIA or MAIR. Like the MIA it is highly integrated with the MAIR
and benefits from the academic and administrative experience and
standing of the MAIR.
Peace
and Conflict Studies Specialisation
Students in a GSIA degree program also have the opportunity to develop
a specialisation in peace and conflict studies through participation
in the Peace and Conflict Studies program. This is a program established
by The Australian National University (ANU) in Canberra, the International
Peace Research Institute, Oslo (PRIO), and Bjørknes College
in Oslo. The program is designed to provide advanced academic training
in conflict resolution and peace-building within a broader understanding
of international relations. This provides students with the knowledge
to understand the international context in which conflict, conflict
management and peace-building take place.
Students spend one semester in Oslo, pursuing courses specially
developed and taught by the staff of PRIO. All other courses are
taken at ANU in Canberra and are principally taught by the academic
staff of the Department of International Relations in the Research
School of Pacific and Asian Studies.
Master
of Diplomacy/Master of Arts (International Relations) (MDIPL/MAIR)
This is a combined degree in international relations and diplomacy,
which combines coursework with a 15, 000-word thesis. Taken over
24 months full time, it allows one more semester than the MDIPL/MIA
during which students undertake the thesis. It is recommended for
those seeking a more academic path in the study of diplomacy and
international relations, particularly if this is likely to involve
doctoral research.
Master
of Diplomacy/Master of International Affairs (MDIPL/MIA)
This is a combined coursework degree in international relations
and diplomacy taken over four semesters, in an 18-month period.
In the first two semesters students complete the coursework of the
Master of International Affairs within the GSIA. This constitutes
the Master of International Affairs segment of the combined degree.
In the second stage candidates enter the Master of Diplomacy and
the third and fourth semesters of their combined degree program.
Bridging
Program
A two-semester (48-unit) or one-semester (24-unit) Bridging program
for international students who have qualified to enter the MAIR
or MIA but who need time and further preparation to achieve distinction
at a graduate level.
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