PROGRAM INFORMATION
The School of Political Science and International Studies has established a growing reputation for excellence in postgraduate research. In 2006, more than 120 students are enrolled in our research (Honours, Master and Doctor of Philosophy) programs. Many of these students actively engage in externally funded research projects and this experience contributes positively towards their professional development.
The School actively supports its research students by making available limited funding to support the research programs of PhD and MPhil candidates and by engaging students as tutors and research assistants. Further support is provided by several research centres that are associated with the School. Staff and students of the School actively contribute in an editorial role to a number of journals including: the Australian Journal of Politics and History, the Australian Journal of International Affairs, the Australian Journal of Political Science, Labour and Industry and Social Alternatives. Students are strongly encouraged to publish their findings as they progress through their research programs.
Further information on the research programs can be accessed via the links below:
Honours Program
Higher Degree Research (PhD & MPhil) Program
RESEARCH AREAS IN WHICH SUPERVISION IS AVAILABLE
Current research strengths of the School are in the following areas:
International Relations and Asian Politics
- International Security Issues
- Australian Defence and Foreign Policy
- Nuclear Arms Control
- East Asian Politics and Security Issues
Employment Studies and Industrial Relations
- Unemployment and the Labour Market
- Employment Equity
- Technology, Organization and Employment
- Industrial Relations and Trade Unions
Australian Politics and Public Policy
- Business - Government Relations
- Industry Policy
- Media and Politics
- Queensland and Australian Politics
Political Economy
- Politics of Economic Policy
- Comparative Studies of the State and Politics
- Politics of Development
- Internationalisation and Globalisation
Political and Social Theory
- Contemporary Political Theories
- Democratic Theory and Citizenship
- Feminist Theory
- Politics and Literature
- Postmodernism and Post-structuralism
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution
- Human Rights and Democratisation
- Ethics and International Politics
- Peacekeeping Issues
- International Alliances and International Institutions
Supervision can be offered in each of these general areas although not in every specific part. Generally the details of research projects will be determined in consultation between the research students and their supervisor. Information about which staff members have research interests in each area is on the Reserach Expertise page.