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MA Politics and International Relations

MA Politics and International Relations

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Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

SEP-26

Key information
DATA SOURCE : IDP Connect

Qualification type

MA - Master of Arts

Subject areas

International Relations Politics

Course Summary

Politics and International Relations at Winchester examines government and society at the local, regional, and global level, enabling you to critically evaluate key issues in both contemporary and historical settings in a multidisciplinary approach from the economic, political, social and cultural from the perspective of state organisations, non-state bodies, and international institutions and groups. You consider a variety of relevant contemporary topics including, but not limited to, war and conflict climate change trade and finance the rise of populist politics big power politics and utopian and dystopian perspectives. As part of your studies, you gain the skills necessary to evaluate critically the key issues and debates involved. The core modules encourage you to engage with the interests and research specialisms of staff while allowing space for discussion of contemporary issues that are of the upmost importance in a rapidly changing world. The optional Independent Study (Work Placement) module gives you the opportunity to build a wide range of transferable skills and personal networks to enhance your employment opportunities. You study core modules in International Relations Theory, Key Issues in Global Politics, Political Economy of Money and Finance Research Methods and Skills, and you will choose either an Independent Study (Dissertation) or an Independent Report via Work Placement or Volunteering This course is excellent preparation for a career in government and civil society, marketing, research or research development.

Modules

This module is an opportunity for students to undertake a research-led inquiry on a topic relevant to international politics. Students are given considerable freedom to identify the topic and scope of their enquiry but will be supported by a dedicated dissertation supervisor, available for one-to-one guidance at all stages of the process.
Research Methods and Skills (20 Credits) - Core

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£9,550

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£17,450

Entry requirements

Normally a first or second-class Honours degree or relevant professional experience.