Overview

The International Relations programme offered by University of Wolverhampton has an internationally recognised reputation within History, Politics, War Studies and International Relations. This Research Master’s draws on the expertise of established researchers based at the University and beyond to develop you into a rigorous researcher.

Key Facts

As a postgraduate research student you will have in-depth academic interaction with experts in your chosen field over two semesters including significant support through numerous one-to-one supervisions over two semesters on your capstone project.
Opportunity to engage with, join, and build networks in International Relations and its sub-fields within the West Midlands and beyond through peer and scholarly opportunities.
Opportunity to pitch and present your work to peers, experts, and stakeholders on a regular basis.

Programme Structure

Courses Include:

Holistic and Comprehensive
Education in international relations

Evolving Landscape of Global Security

Issues Related to Terrorism
Cyber threats, and National security policies

Security, Defence, and Peacebuilding
Environmental Diplomacy and Sustainable Development

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-05-18 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-19 00:00:00

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More details

Direct applications can be made any time prior to the course start date but they will need sufficient time to process it.

Language

English

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120

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

Disciplines

International Relations View 338 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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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A recognised undergraduate degree from an accredited college, institution or university, equivalent to a UK Bachelor honours degree qualification.
Please include in your personal statement an explanation of your research interests and how they align with your career aspirations; you may be required to attend an interview to discuss this further.
If English isn’t the applicant’s first language, they will need to provide evidence of English language ability.
English Language requirements are IELTS 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each area (unless otherwise stated) or equivalent accepted qualification

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

22000 GBP / year

≈ 22000 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

8815 GBP / year

≈ 8815 GBP / year

Living costs

Wolverhampton

United Kingdom

550 - 900 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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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for International Relations.

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Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

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Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

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Funding

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