Course Overview

Studying the full-time MA in International Relations, Conflict, and Security at Northumbria University, Amsterdam Campus will introduce you to the key concepts and theories necessary to understand the features of contemporary international relations, conflict studies, and security issues. You will be given the opportunity to explore responses to such challenges within a dynamic framework of politics, law, and ethics. You will learn to consider what is possible. In order to discuss the questions of what can be done, versus what ought to be done. We will give focus on the relationship between international and national interests. The program will allow you to understand conflict and security as a policy challenge. You will be able to recognize the increasing degree of interdependence between states, international organizations, and non-state actors in governing this area of international relations. You will also analyze the ways in which security, development, and humanitarian agents adapt to instability. This program gives you the opportunity to study regionally differentiated responses to international conflict, across different countries and nations. This master's program is open to students from a wide range of undergraduate disciplines. The course will prepare you for a career in international relations. However, you will also have the skills and knowledge appropriate to those looking for careers in international organizations, government, media, or academia.

General Eligibility

A minimum of a 2:2 honors degree in any subject, or equivalent.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• International applicants are required to have a minimum overall IELTS (Academic) score of 6.5 with 6 in each component (or approved equivalent*).