Overview

You'll study issues related to civil society and security, such as weapons of mass destruction (WMD), terrorism and political violence, and explore the power of social movements, political resistance and rebellion.

Career development

Once you complete this International Relations programme offered at University of Portsmouth , you'll be an informed global citizen with a sense of responsibility and commitment to ethical practice and issues of global social justice – skills in high demand across a range of professions.

You'll gain a broader understanding of international organisations and the issues facing them, and learn the skills needed to succeed in civil society and policy making environments, such as policy development, strategy and communication.

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Programme Structure

Modules include:

Exploring International Relations

Contemporary Security in International Relations: Providers and Challenges

Researching International Relations

Dissertation

European International Relations: Facing New Challenges

NGOs and Social Movements

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Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-01-18 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-12-07 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00

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There's no deadline for UK applicants. Applicants from certain countries may have different deadlines. Check the official website for more information.

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

International Relations View 315 other Masters in International Relations in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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120

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65

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IELTS

6.5

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General requirements

A minimum of a second-class honours degree in Politics, International Relations, Peace Studies, Sociology, History, or another relevant subject. Equivalent (directly relevant to course content and extensive) professional experience and/or qualifications will also be considered.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

18600 GBP / year

≈ 18600 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9700 GBP / year

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Additional Details

Part-time fees:

UK Students: £4,850 per year

International Students: £9,300 per year

Living costs

Portsmouth

United Kingdom

710 - 1099 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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