Master of International Relations

About the course

This postgraduate programme at City campus delivers advanced Arts & Humanities knowledge and professional practice. Postgraduate modules deliver advanced knowledge, analysis, and professional practice expectations. The programme delivers postgraduate depth in theory, applied practice, and professional standards for specialist career progression.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles across government, private and non-government sectors in Australia and internationally, applying leadership and ethical practice in global and trade contexts. Career paths may include policy and executive roles such as policy director, consultant, development specialist, director general, executive director, manager or chief operating officer. Employers may include foreign affairs, trade and defence agencies, government departments, international aid bodies and advocacy or not-for-profit organisations.

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)