Master of International Relations and Policies
Lincoln University College · Malaysia
QS World University Ranking: N/A
Quick Overview
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The Master of International Relations and Policies is designed to develop advanced knowledge and practical understanding of political principles and processes, foreign affairs, and relations between countries, with learning that also supports global thinking and leadership.
This postgraduate programme focuses on international policy and related areas so that graduates can pursue roles where they analyze international developments and contribute to decision-making in public and private sector environments.
🎯 Course & Curriculum
Course structure
- Theories in International Relations
- International Political Economy
- Major Power of Contemporary International Relations
- International and Regional Organizations
- International Law of Peace
- Contemporary Issues in World Development
- International Law of War & Neutrality
- Research Methodology
- Diplomacy & International Governance
- International Communication
- Malaysia's Foreign Policy
- Elective (choose any one): Terrorism and Counter Terrorism
- Dissertation
Curriculum
Credit hours are listed in the official programme structure table as 3 credit units per taught course and 6 credit units for the dissertation, with an elective where applicable.
| Semester | No. of modules | Module / subject category | credit hours | Semester total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Taught core modules | Theories in International Relations | 3 | 15 |
| International Political Economy | 3 | |||
| Major Power of Contemporary International Relations | 3 | |||
| International and Regional Organizations | 3 | |||
| International Law of Peace | 3 | |||
| Semester 2 | Taught core modules plus elective and research methodology | Contemporary Issues in World Development | 3 | 15 |
| International Law of War & Neutrality | 3 | |||
| Research Methodology | 3 | |||
| Diplomacy & International Governance | 3 | |||
| International Communication | 3 | |||
| Semester 3 | Foreign policy core plus elective option | Malaysia's Foreign Policy | 3 | 6 |
| Elective (choose any one): Terrorism and Counter Terrorism | 3 | |||
| Semester 4 | Dissertation | Dissertation | 6 | 6 |
| Total | All taught core modules, one elective module, and the dissertation | 42 credit hours | ||
Career outcomes
- You build a graduate-level foundation to work in international policy and governance roles such as international organizational policymaker and policy-focused leadership positions.
- You develop specialist understanding that supports careers in public and private sectors as policy managers and decision-makers handling international and regional political dynamics.
- You gain research methodology training that prepares you to conduct original research in areas connected to international relations and policies, supporting pathways in research and policy analysis roles.
- You graduate with skills positioned for jobs such as international marketing manager, international trade manager, and international banking manager in globally connected organizations.
- You develop communication and diplomacy-focused capabilities aligned with career directions including diplomatic leader and diplomacy-related work.
- You strengthen your credentials for roles in international and regional organizations and the civil service positions in both government and private sectors.
Employability rate
International Relations and Policies graduates in Malaysia typically see an employability rate of around 78% and an unemployment rate of about 22%, reflecting steady hiring by government-linked and private sector employers for policy, research, and international-facing roles.
Overall, the job outlook is most stable when you pair your degree with internships, policy writing, and evidence-based research experience.
✅ Entry Requirements
Academic qualification
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Higher secondary / A-Level | |
| Bachelor's degree |
Language requirements
MOI (Medium of Instruction)
MOI waiver details are not published for this programme. See the English test requirements above.
💶 Fees & Funding
Proof of financial resources
Important dates
Application window
| Milestone |
|---|
| Application portal opens |
| Application deadline (final submit) |
| Application deadline (EU students) |
| Application deadline (Non-EU students) |
| Recommended apply-by |
| Semester begins |
Pre-application & reviews
| Milestone |
|---|
| VPD request - recommended |
| VPD result expected |
| APS - recommended |
| Start eligibility check |
Document submission deadlines
| Milestone |
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| Application submission deadline |
| Document submission deadline (EU students) |
| Document submission deadline (Non-EU students) |
| Language certificate deadline |
| Official transcripts deadline |
| Certified translations deadline |
| Postal / hard-copy documents deadline |
| Missing documents (if requested) |
📝 How to Apply
Check eligibility
Review the official international entry requirements for Master of International Relations and Policies at Lincoln University College and confirm your foreign qualifications meet the stated criteria. If you are unsure how your previous studies map to the program, contact the university admissions team before submitting. Prepare your documents early so you can request certified copies or translations in time if needed. Make sure your language proof and academic documents are valid for the application window.
Submit your online application
Complete the university’s official application form during the published intake period and upload the required documents in the requested format. Ensure your academic transcripts and any degree certificates are clearly legible and match the information you entered in the form. Submit the application fee (if published for this intake) before the deadline. After submission, monitor any communication from the university regarding document checks.