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Master of International Communication with the degree of Master of International Relations

INCR12M

Faculty:
Faculty of Arts
Award:
Master of International Communication with the degree of Master of International Relations (MIntCommMIntRel)
Admission Requirement:
• Australian level 7 bachelor's qualification or recognised equivalent in social sciences; or Australian level 7 bachelor's qualification with relevant work experience
• GPA of 2.50 (out of 4.00)
English Language Proficiency:
IELTS of 6.5 overall with minimum 6.0 in each band, or equivalent
Study Mode:
Full-time, Part-time
Attendance Mode:
Internal
Candidature Length:
Full-time: 2.5 years
Study Period Offerings:
Session 1 (February), Session 2 (July)
Volume of Learning:
Equivalent to 2.5 years
General requirements:
Minimum number of credit points at 800 level or above 80
Completion of other specific minimum requirements as set out below

In order to graduate students must ensure that they have satisfied all of the general requirements of the award.

Specific minimum requirements:

Credit points

800 level

Required
4
Issues in Contemporary Global Media (4)
 
Required
4
Communication for Social Change (4)
 
Required
4
Intercultural Communication (4)
 
Required
4
Corporate Writing (4)
 
Required
4
Public Diplomacy and International Public Relations (4)
 
Required
4
International Security (4)
 
Required
4
Theories of International Relations (4)
 
Required
4
International Political Economy (4)
 
Required
4
International Law and Institutions (4)
 
Required
4
Research Methods in Politics and International Relations (4)
 
Required
4
International Relations Research Project (4)
 
Required
4
International Relations Practice (4)
 
Required
4
International Discourse (4)
 
Required
4
Social Media, Law and Ethics (4)
 
Required
one of
 
Asia-Pacific in a Globalised World (4)
 
 
Social Media, Law and Ethics (4)
 
 
Media Writing and Research (4)
 
 
Environmental Communication (4)
 
 
Special Topic (4)
 
4
Digital Media Strategies (4)
 
Required
8cp from
 
Global Power and Justice (4)
 
 
Asia-Pacific in a Globalised World (4)
 
 
International Communications Internship (4)
 
 
Digital Audio/ Radio Production (4)
 
 
Interactive Communication (4)
 
 
Social Media (4)
 
 
Media Writing and Research (4)
 
 
Environmental Communication (4)
 
8
Digital Media Strategies (4)
 
Required
12cp from
 
The Politics of International Human Rights Law (4)
 
 
Europe, the European Union, and the International System (4)
 
 
The USA in the International System (4)
 
 
International Politics and Economics of East Asia and the Pacific (4)
 
 
International Internship Program (4)
 
 
The International System (4)
 
 
International Relations of the Middle East (4)
 
 
The Asian-Pacific Region and Australia (4)
 
 
War and Violence in World Politics (4)
 
 
Globalisation and the North-South Relationship (4)
 
12
The World Since 1492 (4)
 

TOTAL CREDIT POINTS REQUIRED FOR THIS PROGRAM

80
Additional Information
AQF Level Level 9 Masters by Coursework Degree
CRICOS Code 083795F
Graduate Capabilities

The Graduate Capabilities Framework articulates the fundamentals that underpin all of Macquarie’s academic programs. It expresses these as follows:

Cognitive capabilities
(K) discipline specific knowledge and skills
(T) critical, analytical and integrative thinking
(P) problem solving and research capability
(I) creative and innovative


Interpersonal or social capabilities
(C) effective communication
(E) engaged and ethical local and global citizens
(A) socially and environmentally active and responsible

Personal capabilities
(J) capable of professional and personal judgement and initiative
(L) commitment to continuous learning

Recognition of Prior Learning

Macquarie University may recognise prior formal, informal and non-formal learning for the purpose of granting credit towards, or admission into, a program. The recognition of these forms of learning is enabled by the University’s Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) Policy and its associated Procedures and Guidelines. For recognition of prior informal and non-formal learning, please refer to the relevant RPL Plan, which describes the evidential requirements and approval processes for recognising prior learning for entry or credit in this program.


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Support for Learning

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Phone: +61 2 9850 7497
Email: campuswellbeing@mq.edu.au
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Program Standards and Quality

The program is subject to an ongoing comprehensive process of quality review in accordance with a pre-determined schedule that complies with the Higher Education Standards Framework. The review is overseen by Macquarie University's peak academic governance body, the Academic Senate and takes into account feedback received from students, staff and external stakeholders.

Assessment Regulations

This program is subject to Macquarie University regulations, including but not limited to those specified in the Assessment Policy, Academic Honesty Policy, the Final Examination Policy and relevant University Rules. For all approved University policies, procedures, guidelines and schedules visit www.mq.edu.au/policy.

Accreditation This is an Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) accredited qualification.