Master of Global Studies

This future-focused degree gives you flexibility to design your studies in order to pursue emerging and cross-sector job opportunities, including in international development, security, crises and disaster management and sustainability.

By engaging with organisations and communities, thought leaders and students from diverse backgrounds, Master of Global Studies graduates will emerge with advanced knowledge and skills to lead teams, communities and inform strategic decision-making across a diverse range of industries.

The Master of Global Studies degree is oriented towards emerging and future challenges by teaching core skills across analysis and critical thinking, communication, leadership, ethical engagement and research so as to respond to the needs of communities and organisations in meeting broader global objectives such as the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Throughout your studies, you will have the opportunity undertake key courses as part of your general degree while building unique combinations of specialisations to elevate your expertise and advance your career.

Graduates will be qualified for a wide range of government, business and non-government organisations in roles that require analytical, communication and management skills, including:

• Policy Analyst, Advisor or Officer
• Program or Project Manager
• Policy and Planning Manager
• Research and Development Manager or Officer
• Intelligence Analyst, Advisor or Officer.

Step 1: Find a course

Step 2: Check the entry requirements

Step 3: Collect required documents

Step 4: Submit your application

If you are applying for on-campus study in a coursework program (Bachelor, Associate Degree or Honours), use the online application system for international students. 

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