Graduate Certificate in International Studies

By studying the Graduate Certificate of International Studies you will develop skills and knowledge in the study of 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.



Gain broad-based, flexible, tailor-made training with a focus on regional studies and comparative politics that may lead to further research or employment within government, diplomacy, development, defence, intelligence, business, risk management, journalism, humanitarian and non-government organisations.



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 great opportunities for networking.



The Department of Government and International Relations is an associate member of the Association of Professional Schools of International Affairs.