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The MA Politics is a broad-based programme, offering students a good grounding in the discipline of political science. This MA gives students the opportunity to engage with core theories, concepts, issues and debates in politics. Students may tailor their programme to their own interests by their choice of optional modules and dissertation, from Irish politics and European politics to political theory and comparative politics, which build on the strengths of the school's research. The masters offers a unique perspective on multi-level politics in Europe, at the regional, national, and European levels and on the policy issues of the time, including energy transitions and climate change, ethnic conflict, gender, and democratic legitimacy.
The aim of the MA in Politics is to deepen students' understanding of important contemporary issues in political studies through the enhancement of students' analytical skills, research and writing talent, and capacity for utilising theoretical approaches. These are all important transferrable skills, highly valued in the job market. The programme is of particular interest to those wishing to know more about Irish politics (North and South), European politics, territorial politics, political conflict, and political theory.
Belfast is a globally significant location and Politics is about conflict, debate and the contest of ideas, making Belfast, where such things are part of everyday reality, an ideal place to study the subject. Northern Ireland is viewed as a model of conflict resolution and peace building across the world.
Students can directly benefit from the School and University’s wider expertise in political theory, comparative politics, Irish and Northern Irish politics, gender and environmental politics, security studies, border studies, terrorism and political violence.
Program overview
Main Subject
Politics
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The MA Politics is a broad-based programme, offering students a good grounding in the discipline of political science. This MA gives students the opportunity to engage with core theories, concepts, issues and debates in politics. Students may tailor their programme to their own interests by their choice of optional modules and dissertation, from Irish politics and European politics to political theory and comparative politics, which build on the strengths of the school's research. The masters offers a unique perspective on multi-level politics in Europe, at the regional, national, and European levels and on the policy issues of the time, including energy transitions and climate change, ethnic conflict, gender, and democratic legitimacy.
The aim of the MA in Politics is to deepen students' understanding of important contemporary issues in political studies through the enhancement of students' analytical skills, research and writing talent, and capacity for utilising theoretical approaches. These are all important transferrable skills, highly valued in the job market. The programme is of particular interest to those wishing to know more about Irish politics (North and South), European politics, territorial politics, political conflict, and political theory.
Belfast is a globally significant location and Politics is about conflict, debate and the contest of ideas, making Belfast, where such things are part of everyday reality, an ideal place to study the subject. Northern Ireland is viewed as a model of conflict resolution and peace building across the world.
Students can directly benefit from the School and University’s wider expertise in political theory, comparative politics, Irish and Northern Irish politics, gender and environmental politics, security studies, border studies, terrorism and political violence.
Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or above, or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in a Social Sciences, Humanities or Arts subject, or a 2.1 Honours degree or above, or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in any subject with relevant professional experience.
15 Aug 2025
1 Year
Sep
Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
To apply for a course at Queen’s University Belfast, you will need to do so through UCAS – the centralized system for applying for undergraduate degrees in the UK. You will be able to apply to up to five courses at a time, providing a personal statement and ensuring that you have met each university’s entry requirements. Note that entry requirements are likely to be different for each course, even within the same university. Once you have secured a place to study and have obtained a firm start date, you may need to apply for a student visa, depending on your nationality.
To apply for a postgraduate course at Queen’s University Belfast, you will need to submit an online application through the Postgraduate Direct Applications Portal. Note that while there is no deadline for postgraduate applications, with the exception of a few courses listed here, early application is advisable – especially for international students who need a visa.
MA Politics
Queen’s University Belfast, Belfast, United Kingdom
# 151-200QS Subject Rankings
12 monthsProgram duration
21,500 GBPTuition Fee/year
15 Aug, 2025Application Deadline
Program overview
Main Subject
Politics
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The MA Politics is a broad-based programme, offering students a good grounding in the discipline of political science. This MA gives students the opportunity to engage with core theories, concepts, issues and debates in politics. Students may tailor their programme to their own interests by their choice of optional modules and dissertation, from Irish politics and European politics to political theory and comparative politics, which build on the strengths of the school's research. The masters offers a unique perspective on multi-level politics in Europe, at the regional, national, and European levels and on the policy issues of the time, including energy transitions and climate change, ethnic conflict, gender, and democratic legitimacy.
The aim of the MA in Politics is to deepen students' understanding of important contemporary issues in political studies through the enhancement of students' analytical skills, research and writing talent, and capacity for utilising theoretical approaches. These are all important transferrable skills, highly valued in the job market. The programme is of particular interest to those wishing to know more about Irish politics (North and South), European politics, territorial politics, political conflict, and political theory.
Belfast is a globally significant location and Politics is about conflict, debate and the contest of ideas, making Belfast, where such things are part of everyday reality, an ideal place to study the subject. Northern Ireland is viewed as a model of conflict resolution and peace building across the world.
Students can directly benefit from the School and University’s wider expertise in political theory, comparative politics, Irish and Northern Irish politics, gender and environmental politics, security studies, border studies, terrorism and political violence.
Program overview
Main Subject
Politics
Degree
MA
Study Level
Masters
Study Mode
On Campus
The MA Politics is a broad-based programme, offering students a good grounding in the discipline of political science. This MA gives students the opportunity to engage with core theories, concepts, issues and debates in politics. Students may tailor their programme to their own interests by their choice of optional modules and dissertation, from Irish politics and European politics to political theory and comparative politics, which build on the strengths of the school's research. The masters offers a unique perspective on multi-level politics in Europe, at the regional, national, and European levels and on the policy issues of the time, including energy transitions and climate change, ethnic conflict, gender, and democratic legitimacy.
The aim of the MA in Politics is to deepen students' understanding of important contemporary issues in political studies through the enhancement of students' analytical skills, research and writing talent, and capacity for utilising theoretical approaches. These are all important transferrable skills, highly valued in the job market. The programme is of particular interest to those wishing to know more about Irish politics (North and South), European politics, territorial politics, political conflict, and political theory.
Belfast is a globally significant location and Politics is about conflict, debate and the contest of ideas, making Belfast, where such things are part of everyday reality, an ideal place to study the subject. Northern Ireland is viewed as a model of conflict resolution and peace building across the world.
Students can directly benefit from the School and University’s wider expertise in political theory, comparative politics, Irish and Northern Irish politics, gender and environmental politics, security studies, border studies, terrorism and political violence.
Admission requirements
Exam Scores
Important Dates
Application
Normally a 2.1 Honours degree or above, or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in a Social Sciences, Humanities or Arts subject, or a 2.1 Honours degree or above, or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in any subject with relevant professional experience.
Tuition fee and scholarships
Tuition Fee
Scholarships
Domestic Students
International Students
One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.
In this guide you will find:
Where to look for scholarship opportunities
How to apply to scholarships relevant to you
A list of available scholarships around the world
A scholarship application checklist
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Queen’s University Belfast offers 346 undergraduate courses – including but not limited to:
How to apply:
To apply for a course at Queen’s University Belfast, you will need to do so through UCAS – the centralized system for applying for undergraduate degrees in the UK. You will be able to apply to up to five courses at a time, providing a personal statement and ensuring that you have met each university’s entry requirements. Note that entry requirements are likely to be different for each course, even within the same university. Once you have secured a place to study and have obtained a firm start date, you may need to apply for a student visa, depending on your nationality.
Queen’s Business School (15)
BSc Accounting (Major) with French
BSc Accounting (Major) with Spanish
BSc Actuarial Science and Risk Management
BSc Business Economics
BSc Business Information Technology Include Professional Experience
BSc Business Management with Placement
BSc Economics
BSc Economics (Major) with Finance
BSc Economics (Major) with French
BSc Economics (Major) with Spanish
BSc Economics and Accounting
BSc Finance with a Year in Industry
BSc Financial Risk Management (with a Year in Industry)
BSc International Business (Major) With Mandarin
BSc International Business (Major) with French
BSc International Business (Major) with German
BSc International Business (Major) with Portuguese
BSc International Business (Major) with Spanish
MAcc Advanced Accounting with Placement
School of Arts, English and Languages (15)
BA Drama
BA Drama and English
BA English
BA English and Film Studies
BA English and French
BA English and History
BA English and Irish
BA English and Linguistics
BA English and Philosophy
BA English and Politics
BA English and Sociology
BA English and Spanish
BA English with Creative Writing
BA Film Studies and Production
BA Film and Theatre Making
BA French
BA French and International Relations
BA French and Irish
BA French and Politics
BA French and Portuguese
BA French and Spanish
BA Irish
BA Irish and History
BA Irish and Politics
BA Irish and Portuguese
BA Irish and Spanish
BA Media and Broadcast Production
BA Music Performance
BA Music and Audio Production
BA Music and Sound Design
BA Spanish
BA Spanish and Portuguese
BA, French and History
BMus Music
BSc Audio Engineering
MLibArts Liberal Arts
School of Biological Sciences (15)
BSc Agricultural Technology
BSc Agricultural Technology with Professional Studies
BSc Biochemistry
BSc Biochemistry with Professional Studies
BSc Biological Sciences
BSc Biological Sciences with Professional Studies
BSc Environmental Management
BSc Environmental Management with Professional Studies
BSc Food Science and Nutrition
BSc Food Science and Nutrition with Professional Studies
BSc Marine Biology
BSc Marine Biology with Professional Studies
BSc Microbiology
BSc Microbiology with Professional Studies
BSc Zoology
BSc Zoology with Professional Studies
MSci Biochemistry
MSci Biochemistry with Professional Studies
MSci Biological Sciences
MSci Biological Sciences with Professional Studies
MSci Food Science and Nutrition
MSci Food Science and Nutrition with Professional Studies
MSci Marine Biology
MSci Marine Biology with Professional Studies
MSci Microbiology
MSci Microbiology with Professional Studies
MSci Zoology
MSci Zoology with Professional Studies
School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering (15)
BEng Chemical Engineering
BEng Chemical Engineering with a Year in Industry
BSc Chemistry
BSc Chemistry with a Year in Industry
BSc Medicinal Chemistry
BSc Medicinal Chemistry with a Year in Industry
MChem Chemistry
MChem Chemistry with Study Abroad
MChem Chemistry with a Year in Industry
MChem Medicinal Chemistry
MChem Medicinal Chemistry with a Year in Industry
MEng Chemical Engineering
MEng Chemical Engineering with a Year in Industry
School of Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (15)
BEng Computer Engineering
BEng Computer Engineering (with Year in Industry)
BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering
BEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering Sandwich
BEng Software Engineering With Placement
BSc Computer Science Professional Experience
BSc Computing and Information Technology Including Professional Experience
BSc Data Science with Year of Professional Experience
MEng Computer Engineering
MEng Computer Engineering (with Year in Industry)
MEng Computer Science
MEng Computer Science Including Professional Experience
MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering
MEng Electrical and Electronic Engineering Sandwich
MEng Software Engineering
MEng Software Engineering With Placement
School of History, Anthropology, Philosophy and Politics (15)
BA Anthropology
BA Anthropology and Archaeology
BA Anthropology and English
BA Anthropology and French
BA Anthropology and History
BA Anthropology and International Relations
BA Anthropology and Irish
BA Anthropology and Philosophy
BA Anthropology and Politics
BA Anthropology and Spanish
BA History
BA History and International Relations
BA History and Philosophy
BA History and Politics
BA History and Sociology
BA History and Spanish
BA International Relations and Conflict Studies
BA International Relations and Irish
BA International Relations and Politics
BA International Relations and Spanish
BA Philosophy
BA Philosophy and Politics
BA Politics
BA Politics and Spanish
BA Politics, Philosophy and Economics
School of Law (15)
LLB Law
LLB Law (Major) with French
LLB Law (Major) with Politics
LLB Law (Major) with Spanish
LLB Law Senior Status
School of Mathematics and Physics (15)
BSc Applied Mathematics and Physics
BSc Mathematics
BSc Mathematics and Computer Science
BSc Mathematics and Statistics & Op Research
BSc Mathematics with Finance
BSc Mathematics with French
BSc Mathematics with Spanish
BSc Physics
BSc Physics with Astro-Physics
BSc Physics with French
BSc Physics with Medical Applications
BSc Physics with Spanish
BSc Theoretical Physics
MMath Mathematics
MMath Mathematics and Statistics & Op Research
MPhys Physics
MPhys Physics with Astro-Physics
MPhys Physics with French
MPhys Physics with Medical Applications
MPhys Physics with Spanish
MPhys Theoretical Physics
MSci Applied Mathematics and Physics
MSci Mathematics and Computer Science
School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (15)
BEng Aerospace Engineering
BEng Aerospace Engineering Sandwich
BEng Mechanical Engineering
BEng Mechanical Engineering Sandwich
MEng Aerospace Engineering
MEng Aerospace Engineering Sandwich
MEng Mechanical Engineering
MEng Mechanical Engineering Sandwich
School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences (15)
BDS Dentistry
BSc Biomedical Science
BSc Human Biology
MB Medicine
School of Natural and Built Environment (15)
BA Archaeology
BA Archaeology and History
BA Archaeology and Irish
BA Archaeology with French
BA Archaeology with Portuguese
BA Archaeology with Spanish
BA Geography
BEng Civil Engineering
BEng Civil Engineering Higher Level Apprenticeship
BEng Civil Engineering with a year in industry
BSc Archaeology-Palaeoecology
BSc Archaeology-Palaeoecology and Geography
BSc Architecture
BSc Geography
BSc Geography with a Language
BSc Planning, Environment and Development
MEng Civil Engineering
MEng Civil Engineering with a year in industry
MEng Environmental and Civil Engineering
MEng Environmental and Civil Engineering with a year in industry
MEng Structural Engineering with Architecture
MEng Structural Engineering with Architecture with a year in industry
MPlan European Planning
School of Nursing and Midwifery (15)
BSc Midwifery
BSc Professional Nursing (Adult)
BSc Professional Nursing (Adult) (February intake)
BSc Professional Nursing (Children and Young People)
BSc Professional Nursing (Children and Young People) (February intake)
BSc Professional Nursing (Learning Disabilities)
BSc Professional Nursing (Mental Health)
School of Pharmacy (15)
BSc Pharmaceutical Biotechnology
BSc Pharmaceutical Biotechnology (Sandwich)
BSc Pharmaceutical Sciences
BSc Pharmaceutical Sciences (Sandwich)
MPharm Pharmacy
School of Psychology (15)
BSc Psychology
School of Social Sciences, Education and Social Work (15)
BA Criminology
BA Criminology and Social Policy
BA Criminology and Sociology
BA Education Studies
BA Education Studies and Sociology
BA Social Policy and Sociology
BA Sociology
BSW Social Work
BSW Social Work Relevant Degree Entry
Queen’s University Belfast currently runs a total of 138 postgraduate programs, covering subjects such as:
How to apply:
To apply for a postgraduate course at Queen’s University Belfast, you will need to submit an online application through the Postgraduate Direct Applications Portal. Note that while there is no deadline for postgraduate applications, with the exception of a few courses listed here, early application is advisable – especially for international students who need a visa.
Institute of Electronics, Communications and Information Technology (17)
MPhil Electrical and Electronic Engineering
MSc Electronics with Professional Internship
Others (17)
LLM Criminology and Criminal Justice
LLM Human Rights Law
LLM Law
LLM Law and Technology
Queen’s Business School (17)
MSc Accounting, Finance and Analytics
MSc Actuarial Science
MSc Business Analytics
MSc Finance
MSc Financial Analytics
MSc Financial Risk Management
MSc Human Resource Management
MSc International Business
MSc Management
MSc Marketing
School of Arts, English and Languages (17)
MA Arts Management
MA English - Creative Writing
MA English - Literary Studies
MA English - Literary Studies
MA English - Poetry
MA Film
MA Interpreting
MA Irish Studies
MA Linguistics
MA Media and Broadcast Production
MA Translation
MEd Educational Studies
MRes Arts and Humanities
School of Biological Sciences (17)
MPhil Biological Sciences
MPhil Food Safety and Biotechnology
MSc Advanced Food Safety
MSc Animal Behaviour and Welfare
MSc Business for Agri-Food and Rural Enterprise
MSc Ecological Management and Conservation Biology
MSc Leadership for Sustainable Development
MSc Leadership for Sustainable Rural Development
MSc Molecular Biology and Biotechnology
MSc One Health: Parasitology and Infection Biology
School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering (17)
MPhil Chemical Engineering
MPhil Chemistry
MSc Biopharmaceutical Engineering
MSc Biopharmaceutical Engineering with a Year in Industry
MSc Net Zero Engineering
MSc Net Zero Engineering (Distance Learning)
MSc Net Zero Engineering with Year in Industry
MSc Pharmaceutical Analysis
MSc Pharmaceutical Analysis Higher Level Apprenticeship
MSc Pharmaceutical Analysis with Industrial Placement
MSc Pharmaceutical Analysis with International Industrial Placement
School of Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (17)
MPhil Computer Science
MSc Applied Cyber Security
MSc Applied Cyber Security with Professional Internship
MSc Artificial Intelligence
MSc Electronics
MSc Software Development
MSc Software Development (Part Time)
School of History, Anthropology, Philosophy and Politics (17)
MA Anthropology
MA Conflict Transformation and Social Justice
MA Geopolitics
MA Global Security and Borders
MA History
MA International Relations
MA Irish Studies
MA Philosophy
MA Politics
MA Public History
MA Violence, Terrorism and Security
MPhil Philosophy
MSc International Public Policy
School of Law (17)
LLM Criminology and Criminal Justice
LLM Intellectual Property Law
LLM International Commercial and Business Law
LLM International Human Rights Law
LLM Law
LLM Law and Technology
MLaw Masters in Law
MPhil Law
School of Mathematics and Physics (17)
MPhil Mathematics
MPhil Physics
MSc Data Analytics
School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (17)
MSc Mechanical Engineering with Management
MSc Mechanical Engineering with Management Higher Level Apprenticeship
MSc Mechanical Engineering with Management and Industrial Internship
School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences (17)
MD Medicine
MPH Global Health
MPH Public Health
MPhil Dentistry
MPhil Medicine
MSc Bioinformatics and Computational Genomics
MSc Clinical Anatomy
MSc Experimental Medicine
MSc(Res) Cancer Medicine
School of Natural and Built Environment (17)
MArch Architecture
MPhil Archaeology & Palaeoecology
MPhil Architecture
MPhil Architecture (Practice-Based)
MPhil Civil Engineering
MPhil Planning
MSc Applied Architecture and Design
MSc Building Information Modelling Project Management
MSc City Planning and Design
MSc Climate Change
MSc Construction and Project Management
MSc Construction and Project Management with Industrial Internship
MSc Environmental Engineering
MSc Planning and Development
School of Nursing and Midwifery (17)
MSc Advanced Professional Practice
MSc Advanced Professional and Clinical Practice
MSc Caring for Children and Young People with Complex Needs
MSc Midwifery - Feb intake
MSc Professional Nursing Adult Nursing
MSc Professional Nursing Children and Young People
MSc Professional Nursing Learning Disabilities Nursing
MSc Professional Nursing Mental Health Nursing
School of Pharmacy (17)
MPhil Pharmacy
MSc Advanced Clinical Pharmacy Practice
MSc Industrial Pharmaceutics
School of Psychology (17)
MPhil Psychology
MSc Applied Developmental Psychology
MSc Clinical Health Psychology
MSc Psychological Science
School of Social Sciences, Education and Social Work (17)
MEd Educational Studies
MEd Inclusion and Special Educational Needs
MRes Social Science Research
MSc Applied Behaviour Analysis
MSc Autism Spectrum Disorders
MSc Children's Rights
MSc Educational Leadership
MSc Mental Health and Mental Capacity Law
MSc Sociology and Global Inequality
MSc Specialist Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
MSc Substance Use and Substance Use Disorders
MSc Systemic Practice and Family Therapy
MSc Systemic Psychotherapy
MSc Teaching English to Speakers of other Languages and Applied Linguistics
MSc Youth Justice
Full-Time MBA (1)
MBA Master of Business Administration
MBA Master of Business Administration (with Internship)
Institute of Electronics, Communications and Information Technology (16)
PhD Electrical and Electronic Engineering
Queen’s Business School (16)
Accounting PhD
PhD Economics
PhD Finance
PhD Management
School of Arts, English and Languages (16)
PhD Arts Management and Cultural Policy
PhD Drama
PhD English
PhD Film Studies
PhD French
PhD Interpreting
PhD Irish & Celtic
PhD Linguistics
PhD Lusophone
PhD Media and Broadcast
PhD Music
PhD Spanish
PhD Translation
School of Biological Sciences (16)
PhD Biological Sciences
School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering (16)
PhD Chemical Engineering
PhD Chemistry
School of Electronics, Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (16)
PhD Computer Science
School of History, Anthropology, Philosophy and Politics (16)
PhD Anthropological Studies
PhD Cognition and Culture
PhD History
PhD International Studies
PhD Philosophy
PhD Politics
PhD Public Policy
School of Law (16)
PhD Law
School of Mathematics and Physics (16)
PhD Mathematics
PhD Physics
School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering (16)
PhD Aerospace Engineering
PhD Mechanical Engineering
School of Medicine, Dentistry and Biomedical Sciences (16)
PhD Dentistry
PhD Medicine
School of Natural and Built Environment (16)
PhD Archaeology & Palaeoecology
PhD Architecture
PhD Architecture (Practice-Based)
PhD Civil Engineering
PhD Geography
PhD Planning
School of Nursing and Midwifery (16)
PhD Nursing and Midwifery
School of Pharmacy (16)
PhD Pharmacy
School of Psychology (16)
DClinPsych Clinical Psychology
DECAP Educational, Child and Adolescent Psychology (DECAP - Doctorate)
PhD Psychology
School of Social Sciences, Education and Social Work (16)
PhD Criminology
PhD Education
PhD Social Policy
PhD Social Work
PhD Sociology