Overview
The International Relations and Security Studies programme is offered at the University of Waikato.
Like most states, New Zealand depends for its security and prosperity on regional and international stability. Its political, economic and societal well-being can be affected by, for example, major power relations; global financial crisis; and the rise of violent extremist non-state actors and the responses to them.
As a good international citizen, New Zealand seeks to play a role in the international institutions which try to uphold international law and order and to contribute to international stabilisation operations in various countries.
Career opportunities
- Diplomat
- Foreign Policy Analyst
- International Defence Relations Officer
- National Assessments Bureau
- National and International NGOs
- New Zealand Defence Force Officer
- Security and Intelligence Officer
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Studying International Relations and Security Studies at Waikato includes aspects of international law and trade, and focuses on particular regions of concern (notably, the Middle-East and South-East Asia).
- A wide range of different length dissertations and theses can be undertaken allowing you to focus on an area of special interest.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- The first day of any month from February to November
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
International RelationsAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
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- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- You will need to provide a copy of your official transcript(s) and certificates for all previous tertiary qualifications held. These documents must detail the qualification, papers/subjects taken, grades awarded and should include information on institution grading systems/scales, and evidence of completion.
- You will need to provide evidence that at least one University of Waikato research supervisor has agreed to supervise your research and invited you to apply.
- Attach your academic CV.
- Sample of academic writing.
- Academic referees.
- Passport or birth certificate.
- Evidence of English language competency.
Tuition Fee
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International
6800 NZD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6800 NZD per year during 36 months. -
National
6800 NZD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6800 NZD per year during 36 months.
- $6,800 - $7,220 per year
Living costs for Hamilton
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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