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Australian National University
Master of International Affairs
Australian National University
Course Overview
The Master of International Affairs at ANU’s Crawford School of Public Policy is one of the Asia-Pacific’s leading graduate degrees in diplomacy, security and trade. Based 10 minutes from Australia’s Parliament House, the program draws faculty who actively advise DFAT, the UN, and major think tanks like the Lowy Institute.
Sri Lankan applicants from political science, economics, law or development backgrounds are well-positioned. The curriculum covers Indo-Pacific geopolitics, climate diplomacy, and global trade policy — directly relevant to careers in Sri Lanka’s foreign service, multilaterals, or international NGOs.
Entry Requirements
Academic
- check_circle Bachelor’s degree with a credit average or above (GPA 5.0/7.0 minimum) in any discipline.
- check_circle Relevant work experience preferred but not required.
- check_circle Statement of purpose outlining policy or international affairs interests.
- check_circle Two academic or professional references.
English Proficiency
- check_circle IELTS Academic: 6.5 Overall (min 6.0 in each band).
- check_circle TOEFL iBT: 80 Overall (min 20 in Reading and Writing). // VERIFY
- check_circle PTE Academic: 64 Overall (min 55 in each section). // VERIFY
Estimated Cost of Study
| Expense Category | Amount (AUD) | Approx. LKR |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Tuition Fee | AUD 39,100 | Rs. 8,211,000 |
| Living Expenses (ANU indicative, 12 months) | AUD 24,505 | Rs. 5,146,100 |
| OSHC + Visa + Bookings | AUD 2,500 | Rs. 525,000 |
| Total Year 1 Investment | AUD 66,105 | Rs. 13,882,100 |
*LKR conversion based on current bank rates. Subject to change.
Career Outcomes & PR
Crawford graduates work across DFAT, Austrade, UN agencies (UNDP, UNHCR), the World Bank, ASEAN secretariats, and major think tanks. The 485 Temporary Graduate Visa (up to 3 years) gives Sri Lankan students a runway to build Canberra-based policy experience before returning home or pursuing PR.
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