International Relations (Applied) MA

Middlesbrough, Middlesbrough, United Kingdom

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24 monthsProgramme duration

10,000 GBPTuition Fee/year

Jan, May, SepStarting Month

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Programme overview

Main Subject

International Relations/Studies/Affairs

Degree

Study Level

Master's

Study Mode

On Campus

You develop advanced theoretical knowledge on international relations theory, gain a thorough understanding of positive and normative political theory to interpret realism, liberalism, constructivism and critical social theories which are pivotal theories to comprehend how and why states, international organisations, financial institutions and non-state actors behave in certain situations in international politics. In addition, you study drivers of armed conflict and terrorism to articulate how states perceive a variety of threats that are debatably ever increasing in the aftermath of 9/11. This is why international law is significantly covered to provide comprehension on controls and protection in armed conflict, human rights and prohibition on a variety of unethical modes of warfare. You critically examine a range of decisions made on the application of diplomacy, positive peace, peacekeeping, ceasefires, human rights, humanitarianism, justice and interventionism from the Cold War period and beyond. The assessments are broad ranging enhance your skills with academic and report writing, presentations and how to write a research project.

The Applied route offers a placement opportunity for you to gain valuable work experience within a setting related to international relations.

Programme overview

Main Subject

International Relations/Studies/Affairs

Degree

Study Level

Master's

Study Mode

On Campus

Admission Requirements

IELTS

Bachelor GPA

2.7+

You must have an undergraduate 2:2 degree in a relevant field such as political science, social science, liberal arts, law, business, communications or other relevant degree.

Alternatively, equivalent professional experience working in an international relations context can be considered. This is assessed by a telephone interview with a member of the course team and judged on the roles you have undertaken rather than the length of service.

MA International Relations is a specialised postgraduate course for students coming from relevant disciplines rather than a conversion course.

For international students, IELTS 6.0 overall bands with a minimum of 5.5 in each of the four categories is required. Alternative language testing certificates may be permitted.

Program Duration

2 Years

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Jan

Starting Month(s)

May

Tuition fees

Domestic

Starts from

4,967 GBP

International

Starts from

10,000 GBP

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