Overview
The International Relations programme offered at the University of Birmingham promotes the study of those problems through theoretical, ethical and practical inquiry, drawing on the expertise of a large and diverse team of research-active international relations specialists.
It is designed for students who are either familiar with the study of international politics at undergraduate level or who are enthusiastic to focus on this area of study at the postgraduate level.
As a postgraduate student in International Relations programme from the University of Birmingham you will also have the opportunity to take part in a wide range of events. You will be welcomed as a member of the international relations and security research group. This group includes members of academic staff and postgraduate research students who meet regularly to discuss their own research, recent publications and to organise research events including inviting visiting speakers.
Careers
Graduates from the School have gone on to work in a range of careers, with recent graduates working with organisations such as the United Nations, Foreign and Commonwealth Office, local authorities in the UK and overseas and the Department for International Development.
The School takes employability very seriously and as well as linking students to the central careers services, also incorporates opportunities to enhance their employment prospects, including highlighting work experience opportunities, encouraging volunteering in extra-curricular projects (such as student seminars and events) and by inviting backgrounds for students to meet.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- International Relations Theory
- Dilemmas in International Relations
- Dissertation
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
International Relations International Development International Business View 312 other Masters in International Development in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- For the MA programme you require a good Honours degree or its equivalent. For those whose first language is not English, an IELTS Certificate is required.
Tuition Fee
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International
20160 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 20160 GBP per year and a duration of 12 months. -
National
9500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 9500 GBP per year and a duration of 12 months.
Postgraduate diploma:
- £6,333 FT (Home)
- £13,440 FT (Overseas)
Funding
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