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Newcastle University
International Politics (Global Justice and Ethics) MA
Newcastle University

International Politics (Global Justice and Ethics) MA

NEWCASTLE UNIVERSITY

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Full time | Newcastle, Main Campus | 1 year | SEP-25

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Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-25

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Qualification type

MA - Master of Arts

Subject areas

International Politics Ethics

Course Summary

Investigate central issues of global justice and develop a deeper and wider understanding of world politics. This International Politics master's investigates central issues of global justice. This includes:the debate between relativism and universalismthe foundation and content of human rightsresponses to global poverty and inequalitycosmopolitan democracyenvironmental justiceAlong with a greater understanding, you'll learn to think critically about these issues.The course is taught by influential political theorists and philosophers. We offer rigorous training in:global justice and human rightsinternational relations theorytheories and approaches to the study of politicsThis helps you to develop the specialist knowledge and research skills from which to embark upon a career with a significant international dimension. You could also pursue a postgraduate research degree in global justice and ethics studies.

Modules

Dissertation (60 Credits) - Core
This module aims to: enable students to undertake an in-depth study of a topic within the area of their MA degree; provide students with the opportunity to engage in a major research exercise that, in scope and scale, significantly exceeds that of their coursework papers; give students experience of selecting and applying intellectual frameworks, undertaking original research and presenting their results in a scholarly fashion; develop skills such as written communication, planning and initiative.
Global Justice and Human Rights (20 Credits) - Core
Thinking About Politics (20 Credits) - Core

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£11,200

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£25,700

Entry requirements

A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in international studies/politics or a related discipline. We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have lower or non-standard qualifications and relevant professional experience.

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Newcastle University is a world-leading university renowned for the quality of its teaching and research. The university is recognised internationally for its contributions to global problem solving in innovative and creative ways. Newcastle University is a prestigious founding member of the Russell Group association of research-intensive universities in the UK. The university enjoys an outstanding reputation as an institution at which...more

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