Course Overview

Our MSc International Relations introduces you to the latest, most influential scholarship in the field of IR by combining a focus on fundamental theoretical perspectives with comprehensive coverage of contemporary topics relating to both the Global North and Global South. Our teaching draws on the diverse expertise of our research-active academics who are keen to share their insights and experience.

You will study modules that address the question of an evolving world order alongside the latest global power shifts in security and political economy. Following this, a rich curriculum of option modules gives you the opportunity to follow your interests and expand your understanding of distinct themes and disparate regional dynamics.

You will find international relations graduates following various different career paths including:

specialist jobs in public bureaucracies including national foreign ministries and diplomatic missions as well as international organizations

jobs in local government, trades unions, political parties, and NGOs

research positions in universities and other public and private research bodies

teaching in higher, further, and secondary education

(Political) journalism

political or civic activism

political consultancy.

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General Eligibility

Our standard postgraduate entry requirement is a second-class honors degree (2:2 or above) from a UK university or an equivalent international qualification.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, the requirement for this course is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 7.5, with not less than 7.0 in each of the sub-tests.