Course Overview

About This Course

The Master of Global Studies is a postgraduate coursework degree offered by RMIT University (Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology), designed for students seeking advanced knowledge in global and international studies.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Melbourne

124 La Trobe St, Melbourne, VIC 3000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

For postgraduate coursework degrees, applicants must meet minimum English language requirements through one of the following:
VCE: A study score of at least 30 in Units 3 & 4 English as an Additional Language (EAL) or at least 25 in Units 3 & 4 English, Literature or English Language.
Australian Interstate Year 12 or New Zealand NCEA Level 3: Achieve a study score in an English course deemed equivalent to the above; for NCEA Level 3, applicants must have achieved 18 credits in equivalent courses.
Equivalent Overseas Year 12: Completed an equivalent English course with the required study scores as listed above.
STAT: Achieve an overall score of at least 156 or a verbal reasoning sub-score of 155.
Post-Secondary study: Satisfactory completion of 2 undergraduate level courses equivalent to at least 24 RMIT University credit points; or satisfactory completion of an AQF accredited award at certificate IV or above (or equivalent).
Professional work experience: Demonstrated at least 2 years of professional work experience in an occupation requiring English language proficiency, with a supporting statement from your employer on official letterhead confirming English is the language of business, duration of employment, roles and responsibilities, nature of work, scale of the organisation, and whether the company deals internationally.
English language proficiency tests (postgraduate): IELTS (Academic) 6.5 (no band less than 6.0); TOEFL iBT overall score 79 (minimum 13 Reading, 12 Listening, 18 Speaking, 21 Writing); PTE (Academic) 58 (no communication band less than 50); C1 Advanced 176 (no less than 169 in any component); C2 Proficiency 176 (no less than 169 in any component).

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

TEQSA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the English language requirements for entry into the Master of Global Studies?

For the Master of Global Studies, applicants must meet postgraduate English language requirements. This includes an IELTS (Academic) score of at least 6.5 with no band less than 6.0, a TOEFL iBT overall score of 79 (with minimums of 13 in Reading, 12 in Listening, 18 in Speaking, and 21 in Writing), a PTE (Academic) score of 58 with no communication band less than 50, or a C1 Advanced/C2 Proficiency score of 176 with no component less than 169.

Can professional work experience be used to meet the English language entry requirements?

Yes, for postgraduate coursework degrees including the Master of Global Studies, applicants can demonstrate at least 2 years of professional work experience in an occupation requiring English language proficiency. A supporting statement from your employer on official letterhead or company email must confirm that English is the language of business, duration of employment, roles and responsibilities, nature of work, scale of the organisation, and whether the company deals internationally.

Is IELTS General accepted for admission into the Master of Global Studies at RMIT?

No, IELTS (General) is not accepted for admission into RMIT university programs. Only IELTS (Academic) or IELTS (Academic) One Skill Retake are accepted, with a minimum overall band score of 6.5 and no band less than 6.0 for postgraduate degrees.

Can a VCE study score be used to meet English language requirements for the Master of Global Studies?

Yes, domestic applicants with a VCE background can meet the postgraduate English language requirements by achieving a study score of at least 30 in Units 3 & 4 English as an Additional Language (EAL), or at least 25 in Units 3 & 4 English, Literature or English Language.

Are there alternative ways to meet the English language requirements for the 2026 intake of the Master of Global Studies?

Yes, RMIT is running a 2026 pilot that allows local (domestic) applicants to meet minimum English language requirements through approved English language proficiency tests. Accepted tests include IELTS (Academic), TOEFL iBT, Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE (A)), C1 Advanced, and C2 Proficiency. For postgraduate degrees, minimum required scores are IELTS 6.5 (no band less than 6.0), TOEFL iBT 79, PTE (A) 58, or C1/C2 176 with no component less than 169. Tests must be valid within 2 years from the test date, and RMIT does not accept scores from 'at-home' or 'online' testing.

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level (0-2 years)AUD $58,000 to $72,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $72,000 to $90,000 per year

Mid-Level (5-10 years)AUD $90,000 to $115,000 per year

Career Paths

International Development OfficerPolicy Analyst (International Affairs)Humanitarian Program CoordinatorForeign Affairs and Trade AdviserSustainability Consultant

Key Skills

Critical analysis of global political, economic, and social systemsCross-cultural communication and intercultural competencyPolicy analysis, development, and evaluationResearch design and evidence-based decision-makingProject planning and management in international contexts

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