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Master of International Studies | 2017
Testamur Title of Degree: | Master of International Studies |
Abbreviation: | MIntSt |
UOW Course Code: | 443 |
CRICOS Code: | 083827C |
Total Credit Points: | 72 |
Duration: | 1.5 years full-time or part-time equivalent |
Home Faculty: | Faculty of Law, Humanities and the Arts |
Intake Session(s): | Autumn/Spring |
Delivery Mode: | On-campus (Face-to-face) |
Delivery Campus: | Wollongong |
Overview
The Master of International Studies is an interdisciplinary coursework degree grounded in theoretical and professional perspectives. It reflects the growing realisation that understanding and addressing complex global challenges requires an approach that goes beyond traditional academic disciplinary boundaries. The course seeks to explain, debate, critically analyse and apply key concepts and ideas in international studies to give its graduates a strong understanding of the dynamics of internationalisation, globalisation, development and social change.
The combination of knowledge from the higher level coursework subjects plus training in research methods will give MIntSt graduates key skills to start a career in the public sector, in internationally-focused private sectors organisation, non-governmental organisations and, of course, in international organisations. It is also designed for people wanting extra skills to enable them to take the next step in their career or change careers.
Entry Requirements
Academic requirements and English requirements are available from the Course Finder.
Course Learning Outcomes
Students graduating from the Master of International Studies will be able to:
- Evaluate and communicate the main debates in international studies and related fields;
- Analyse social and cultural change in international and regional contexts demonstrating a critical understanding of contemporary globalization and development issues;
- Apply key theories of international studies to contemporary interactions in the corporate, government and non-profit sector;
- Independently plan and execute a substantial research-based project or piece of scholarship that demonstrates advanced understanding and critical analysis of the area of study.
Course Structure
Students need to complete 18 credit points of core subjects plus either MIST993 or MIST994 or MIST995 and 36-48 credit points of electives from Schedules 1 and 2 below.
Note:
- Students can only elect a maximum three (3) subjects from Schedule 2.
| Subject Code | Subject Name | Credit Points | Session(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core | |||
| MIST941 | Politics of International Relations | 6 | Autumn |
| MIST948 | Social Change and Development | 6 | Autumn |
| MIST949 | Research Methods and Design | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| Plus ONE of the following: | |||
| MIST993 | Research Project in International Studies | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| MIST994 | Extended Research Project in International Studies | 12 | Autumn, Spring |
| MIST995 | Thesis in International Studies | 18 | Autumn, Spring |
| Electives Schedule 1 | |||
| MIST935 | Human Rights and Global Politics | 6 | Autumn |
| MIST940 | International Law and Diplomacy | 6 | Spring |
| MIST942 | The Asian Century: Issues and Challenges | 6 | Not available in 2017 |
| MIST943 | Globalisation and Citizenship | 6 | Spring |
| MIST944 | International Economic Relations | 6 | Spring |
| MIST946 | Global Labour Migration | 6 | Not available in 2017 |
| MIST947 | Comparative Public Policy | 6 | Autumn |
| MIST950 | Internship in International Studies | 6 | Autumn, Spring |
| A Maximum of THREE subjects can be selected from Electives Schedule 2 below. | |||
| MIST945 | Global Technology and Cultural Transformation | 6 | Not available in 2017 |
| MIST951 | Politics in the USA | 6 | Autumn |
| MIST952 | Conflict, Peace and Security | 6 | Autumn |
| MIST953 | New Social Movements | 6 | Not available in 2017 |
| MIST954 | Cultures in Dispossession | 6 | Not available in 2017 |
| ** MIST949 Research Methods and Design should be studied before taking the thesis subject MIST993, MIST994 or MIST995. | |||
Credit Arrangements
Further credit and articulation arrangements are available from the Course Finder. Refer to UOW's credit arrangements for information on how to apply for credit.
Other Information
Further information is available at:
Email: lha-enquiries@uow.edu.au