Overview

The International Relations and Global Challenges programme offered by University of Salford has a particular focus on the challenges both posed and faced by China, India and the nations and communities of the Global South, reflecting the research interests of our leading experts in the field.

Key Facts

You will:

Study at one of the UK’s best three universities for Politics (Guardian University Guide 2025)
Learn from elite researchers in international relations, security studies, intelligence, comparative politics and more
Take modules informed by high quality research: 93.8% of our outputs are world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)
Join a thriving academic community focused on our Politics and Contemporary History Research Centre
Be invited to regular research seminars, careers events and to hear from guest speakers
Develop skills in critical thinking, communication and research to take the next step in your career

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Strategic Studies
Conflict and Development
Terrorism in Europe since 1945
Contemporary Security, Intelligence and Terrorism Studies
Global Environmental Politics and Energy Security
The Politics of the European Union

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-15 00:00:00

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More details

There’s no set deadline for UK students, but you should apply at least four weeks before the course starts. International Students: TBA.

Language

English

PTE Academic

70

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

Salford, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

PTE Academic

70

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

If English is not your first language, you must meet our minimum English language entry requirements. An IELTS score of 6.5 (no element below 5.5) is proof of this, however they do accept a range of equivalent qualifications.
2:2 or above honours degree in social sciences or humanities subject or equivalent work experience in a relevant field and for GCSE a C/4 or above in Maths and English.

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

17520 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9360 GBP / year

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Living costs

Salford

United Kingdom

500 - 800 GBP / month

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

Funding

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