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Course type
Masters degree
Credits
180
How long it takes
2 years part-time study
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Study method
Distance learning
Course cost
Postgraduate loan available
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MA in International Relations

Course code: F94

This masters degree will equip you with the tools to understand and analyse a range of contemporary global issues. You’ll look at real-world challenges, including international division, rising powers, national and global security threats, the rise of populism, and worldwide ethical dilemmas. This will give you a comprehensive grounding in core conceptual, empirical and theoretical debates in international relations. Mainstream and critical approaches are taught side by side, covering a range of practical cases and perspectives from around the world. In addition, you'll deepen a number of skills that are crucial to enhancing your career development and research ability.

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