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Graduate Certificate in International Studies

Campus North Terrace Campus

Degree Type Graduate Certificate

Duration 6 months full-time or part-time? equiv.

SATAC Code 3GC007

2009
ATAR N/A

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  • Program Outline

    At the heart of world politics today are new challenges. The graduate programs in International Studies provide an opportunity to explore the character of the contemporary world and gain an advanced understanding of the key issues and debates in international politics since 1945. The program boasts a group of leading academics and researchers who specialise in a wide range of areas of teaching and research, including:  

    • Strategic and Security Studies
    • Contemporary International Thought
    • Gender Perspectives in International Relations
    • International Political Economy
    • Issues of Equality and Inequality in the International Sphere
    • Power and Culture
    • Asian Studies and European Studies
  • Program Structure

    All courses are taught via seminars. Students choose one core and one elective course. 

  • Assessment

    Essays and seminar presentations.

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  • Admission and Fee Information

    Choose your applicant type to view the relevant admissions information for this program.
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    Domestic applicants

    Not a domestic applicant? ?

    SATAC Code 3GC007
    Tuition fees ?
    Commonwealth-supported place: $2,655 for 6 months
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Graduate entry only.
    Completed Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
    How to Apply ?
    SATAC Code: 3GC007

    International applicants

    Not an international applicant? ?

    IELTS Overall 6.5 [more info]
    Tuition fee ? International student place: $11,025 for 6 months
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Graduate entry only
    Prerequisites ?
    Relevant Bachelor's degree or equivalent
    Equivalent Scores
    IELTS
    Overall
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    Writing
    6.5
    6
    6
    6
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    How to Apply ?

    International applicants applying with Australian year 12 results

    Not an international applicant applying with Australian year 12 results? ?

    Tuition fee ? International student place: $11,025 for 6 months
    Mid-year entry? Yes
    Enquiries University Contact Centre
    Selection Criteria ?
    Graduate entry only
  • Study Plans

    The study plans ? given are examples of pathways through this degree for students that commenced their program in 2010 (refer to the program rules). Students that commenced in previous years should refer to the tabs above(referring to years) or consult their Faculty for advice.

    Core Courses- One from:

    INST 5001 International Politics in the Post Cold War World
    INST 5004 Regionalism and Multilateralism
    Elective Courses - choose one course from the following:

    BUSINESS 7001 International Challenges for Global Business
    INST 5002 International Studies Topic A
    INST 5003 International Studies Topic B
    INST 5004 Regionalism and Multilateralism
    INST 5005 Strategic Cultures and Unconventional Conflict
    INST 5006 Intelligence and Security After the Cold War
    INST 5007EX Themes in Intelligence and History
    INST 5008 The Politics of War: Old and New
    INST 5009 International Security
    INST 5010 Perspectives on Nuclear Proliferation
    INST 5011 Intelligence Analysis: Theory and Practice
    INST 5012 Greater China
    INST 5013 The Politics of Emotion
    INST 5014 Political Economy of Contemporary China
    INST 5015 Nuclear Policy and Regional Security in Northeast Asia
    PHIL 5000 Applied Ethics
    POLI 5003 How Much is Society Worth?
    POLI 5004 Politics and History of Contemporary Europe
    POLI 5005 Sex and Equality in the Liberal Democratic State
    POLI 5006 The State of the Situation
    POLI 5008 Applied Intelligence Analysis
    POLI 5009 Asia-Pacific Security
    POLI 5010 Global Governance and Regulation
    POLI 5017 Global Political Economy

    You may also study another core course as an elective.

    Please note: Not all courses are offered each year. Electives are offered subject to enrolment numbers.

  • Career Opportunities

    International Studies is one of the fastest-growing degrees in a global context and recognised as a worthwhile qualification by many employers nationally and internationally.

    Our graduates have built up careers in public service and international affairs, business, non-government organisations (NGOs), international agencies and journalism.

    Potential careers

    Policy Adviser, Political Adviser, Foreign Affairs, Government Officer, Government or Corporate Policy Adviser, International Government and Trade Policy Adviser

  • Graduate Attributes

    The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences facilitates an environment in which postgraduate students in International Studies are encouraged to take personal responsibility for developing the following attributes:

    • Familiarity with advanced debates in the field of International Studies
    • Knowledge of sub-themes of International Studies that are currently significant, including the places of international relations, politics of culture, political economy, security studies, international justice and ethics, and history
    • Greater sensitivity to inter-cultural understanding
    • Being better equipped for independent study and research work
    • Further development of effective communication skills
    • The nurturing of independent thought, creativity and critical judgement
    • Understanding of ethical issues in the field and within the broader national and international communities.
  • Further Information
    Politics discipline (08) 8303 5610 or visit www.hss.adelaide.edu.au/pg/
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Last updated: Monday, 25 Jul 2011

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