Overview
Why choose this course?
- Innovative curriculum: Modules are varied with contemporary relevance to current developments in international relations. These modules provide students with a critical insight into the realities and workings of the international political system. International Relations is offered at University of Hertfordshire .
- Geographic location: The University of Hertfordshire campus is situated within a 20-minute train ride to and from London. London is a global hub for political activity, our excellent location allows students to benefit from opportunities provided in the capital.
- Flexibility and skills: The range of study routes and entry points available allow students to develop core transferable skills and to tailor studies to meet individual needs and career aspirations.
- Research-led teaching: Students benefit from extensive in-class contact with expert research-active staff.
- Diverse cohort: Learn alongside an internationally diverse group of students in a department with extensive experience teaching both home and international students.
Is this course for me?
This course would appeal to:
- graduates who have completed their BA degree in politics and/or international relations and would like to extend and deepen their subject knowledge
- graduates from related disciplines in the humanities and social sciences, such as history, philosophy or sociology, keen to focus or specialise in international politics
- graduates seeking a flexible MA degree to balance with work and family commitments
- UK and international graduates looking to combine MA studies with advanced professional and research training
- graduates seeking MA studies in a closely-knit, supportive research community and those to education as mature students
- working or retired professionals looking to expand theoretical and empirical knowledge of the global political system.
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Visit programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Debates and Dilemmas in International Relations
- International Relations Dissertation
- Governing the International, the Global, and the Planetary
- Designing Research in Global Politics
- Conflict, Peace and Security
- Energy and Environmental Politics
- International Political Economy: Contemporary Dynamics and Approaches
- Justice in International Relations
- Geopolitics: Development and Diplomacy
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
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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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Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A good second-class honours degree, or equivalent, with the merit of each application being assessed on an individual basis. Contact Dr Benjamin Nutt for more details.
- Short personal statement with background information all about you (no more than 1000 words), explaining why you have interest in international relations.
- A work or academic reference.
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International
16450 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16450 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
9450 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9450 GBP per year during 12 months.
- EU Students Full time £16450
Part time
- £790 per 15 credits for UK
- £1370 per 15 credits for International and EU students
Living costs for Hatfield
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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