Master of International Relations and Master of Strategy and Security

About the course

This double degree builds advanced understanding of global politics alongside practical strategy and security expertise. You’ll examine cross-border dynamics and contemporary security challenges, while developing analytical and decision-making skills through simulations, scenario-based learning and case studies. Study with a diverse cohort and learn from researchers and practitioners with strong government and industry links. This is a Master coursework program in international relations and security studies.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across international relations, security, intelligence and risk-focused fields in government and industry. Possible pathways include policy and political advisory work, border security, humanitarian and human rights advocacy, conflict resolution, and strategic analysis. The strategy and security component also supports careers in cyber threat intelligence, cyber risk strategy and digital forensics across critical infrastructure, finance and defence-adjacent organisations. This is a Master coursework qualification for international relations and security careers.

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)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)