Overview

Drawing upon departmental expertise in the areas of security studies, comparative politics, international law and conflict, political theory and global politics, this course can be tailored to your specific interests; optional units can be taken in subjects such as political violence, biopolitics, media, communication and conflict, international law of targeting, and regional international politics. The programme is ideal for anyone looking to pursue a career in policymaking, international organizations and non-governmental organizations.

Career opportunities

The methodological nature of a politics degree provides graduates with valuable analytical and research skills in preparation for careers in government, political consultancy, NGOs and research organisations.

In recent years, graduates of the International Security course at Royal Holloway University of London have secured jobs in a wide range of professions, such as the law, the civil service, accountancy, management, journalism, broadcasting, teaching, international development and diplomacy.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

International Security

Researching Politics and International Relations

Dissertation

Media, War and Conflict

US Foreign Policy

Elections and Campaigning

International Public Policy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-22 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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67

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Egham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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120

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88

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PTE Academic

67

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

2:2 Prospective students should have an undergraduate honours degree (or overseas equivalent) in a relevant subject area such as politics, international relations, history, geography, economics or security studies.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

20800 GBP / year

≈ 20800 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

11600 GBP / year

≈ 11600 GBP / year

Funding

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Career opportunities

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

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IELTS & PTE Test Preparation

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Tuition Fees

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Funding

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