Graduate Diploma in International Relations

About the course

This research-intensive Graduate Diploma builds a deeper understanding of international relations and today’s global challenges, including conflict, justice, development, poverty and sustainability. You will strengthen critical thinking and analytical skills through rigorous study and practical exercises, applying international perspectives to professional contexts. It is a one-year postgraduate qualification focused on international relations in the arts and humanities discipline.

Career outcome

Graduates can apply international relations knowledge and analytical skills in roles that engage with global affairs across government, NGOs, policy and advocacy organisations, international development, and research or analysis teams. The program supports professionals seeking to broaden their capability to interpret international events, institutions and policy debates, and may provide a pathway to further postgraduate study. This is a postgraduate graduate diploma in international relations within arts and humanities.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

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***Source: PayScale.com (2026)