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Full time | Northampton Square | 1 year | 30-SEP-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

30-SEP-24

Key information
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Qualification type

MA - Master of Arts

Subject areas

International Politics

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Key information

Develop the expertise necessary to analyse fundamental ideas that define international politics. Our globally respected Masters in International Politics (MA) gives you a diverse set of highly valued skills to widen your employment prospects. You might pursue a career in politics, international or non-government organisations, the civil service, or consultuing.

Course overview

Benefits of this course

During this International Politics MA, you will develop theoretical and practical knowledge of international politics, including in areas such as war and conflict, peace and cooperation, and the politics of international governmental and non-governmental organisations.

You will graduate with the ability to undertake in-depth research, develop unique explanations of international politics, and evaluate international relations between states, organisations, and networks.

Award

You can select to apply for one of the available exit points for this course.

  • Master of Arts (MA)

Career

Our International Politics MA will help you develop transferable skills that are highly valued by employers.

We aim to prepare you for a range of careers and by developing skills in research, analysis and presentation. These skills are attractive to government bodies, non-government organisations, consultancies and think tanks.

Graduates from our programme have been recruited by the following organisations:

  • Amnesty International
  • International Crisis Group
  • Ministry of Economy and Finance
  • The Open Rights Group
  • The United Nations
  • UNESCO
  • US Embassy.

Modules

The module provides you with theoretical approaches to the study of international relations/politics by allowing you to examine dominant and contemporary theories, such as realism, liberalism, Marxism as well as post-structuralism, feminism, green politics, post-colonialism, and constructivism.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£11,330

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£21,320

Entry requirements

You should have a lower second-class (2.2) honours (or equivalent) degree in politics, the social sciences, humanities or law. However, we also welcome applications from those with substantial experience in human rights organisations, NGOs, social services, journalism and other related sectors.

University information

City, University of London is a leading UK institution, offering an innovative programme of undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses which uphold the university’s commitment to enhance people’s lives through education. City is a research-driven university and has around 21,000 enrolled students, of which 45 percent are studying postgraduate qualifications. The university community is a diverse and international population home to...more

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