International Relations Middlesex University Dubai

Overview

Studying the International Relations postgraduate degree at Middlesex University Dubai provides a valuable introduction to the complexities of a rapidly changing world. As our personal lives, education and professional careers extend beyond our countries of birth, understanding other nations and the political and economic relations between nations is becoming more important.

Key facts

• Students who are already working, especially in a related area, will greatly benefit from this programme, and the programme structure. For forward-thinking students with an eye on a career in diplomacy, international public service, media, international affairs or international commerce, an MA International Relations degree from Middlesex University Dubai is an important stepping stone. This programme is the right starting point for those who want to do research on this subject and may be considering pursuing a PhD.
• Middlesex University Dubai is reputed in the region for its undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in the fields of Politics, International Relations, International Development and Law.
• Why Study MA International Relations?
• You will gain a systematic understanding and critical awareness of:

• The essential concepts of International Relations

• International political processes and institutions

• The foreign policies of different political systems

• Theories of International Relations.

• You will be able to demonstrate advanced critical appreciation and original thinking in conducting in-depth research on topics of your own interest. Furthermore, you will:

• Critically evaluate the effectiveness of international policy, international institutions and foreign policy processes

• Understand current research and advanced scholarship in International Relations

• Evaluate and critique IR methodologies

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of techniques applicable to developing your own research and/or further postgraduate study

• Develop an independent learning ability required for continuing your intellectual and professional development

• Enhance the ability to deal with complex issues both systematically and creatively and communicate conclusions to specialist and non-specialist audiences

• Demonstrate the ability to solve complex problems through personal initiative and original thinking

• You will have access to a broad intellectual environment through the provision of innovation
• Future career and employment
• Many career opportunities exist for International Relations graduates. Working for the diplomatic service is a common destination, as is the non-profit sector, where international NGOs often seek to hire professionals with campaigning, policy and influencing skills. Other common fields for graduates include media, finance, higher education, and public policy. Furthermore, businesses throughout the world seek to employ people with knowledge of the global market place