Develop skills and knowledge in globalisation, development, democracies, processes of state formation, international organisations, theories of international relations, international political economy and security, global environmental politics, and Asia-Pacific and Northeast Asian politics. You will also gain broad-based training in regional studies and comparative politics. Why study with us? Few other universities in Australia offer as many international studies and comparative politics courses with a focus on the Asia-Pacific region. You will have access to world-class experts in a broad political and international relations field. We are actively engaged in policy debates and offer unsurpassed opportunities for networking. The Department of Government and International Relations has links to some of the major policy think tanks in Australia, such as the Australian Institute of International Affairs, and the Lowy Institute. Careers & future study Graduate opportunities Graduates of the program have built successful careers in the private sector (international business, consulting), the non-profit sector (non-government organisations, humanitarian groups, and international organisations), journalism, and the government sector in Australia and the United States. Future study options You can progress from the Graduate Certificate to a Graduate Diploma or Masters, or from a Graduate Diploma to Masters in the same subject area, after successful completion of the shorter course. Graduate Diploma in International Studies Master of International Studies