Overview

Do you check the news as soon as you get up in the morning? Do you want to learn to think like a diplomat, a foreign policy maker, or an international humanitarian?

Broaden your understanding of concepts such as conflict, terrorism, international law, cyber security and global economics with our International Relations MA.

This course is for students who are able to open their eyes to different perspectives. You’ll explore the dynamics of different regions, from the Middle East to China. You’ll examine how global issues are seen from different angles. And you’ll learn to form and defend your own judgements using data and research - as well as assess which sources are worth trusting.

You’ll be part of a thriving international relations community, sharing world-class research and shaping policy worldwide. We offer close one-to-one support to every student, helping them to take the right steps to the career path that inspires them.

Whether your future lies in politics, government, activism or media, we’ll give you the tools 9to understand this changing world.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Analysing World Politics

Research Methods Training

Research Methods

Middle Eastern Politics and Society

Governance and War in Cyberspace

Analysing World Politics

Theories of Conflict and Violence

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-05 00:00:00

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Starting 2027-01-11 00:00:00

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More details

No fixed deadline for applications from home students, but we recommend to apply as soon as possible; no later than three months before your start date.

Language

English

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80

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PTE Academic

63

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OTE

118

IELTS

6

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Canterbury, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

First Class

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

OR

80

OR

4

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PTE Academic

63

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OTE

118

IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

A first or second class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject.
All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications.

Tuition Fees

Additional Details

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Living costs

Canterbury

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

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

Funding

Chevening Scholarships available, for more information on the Scholarship and eligibility, copy https://www.kent.ac.uk/scholarships/search/FNADCHEVEN02 into your browser.

The deadline is 12:00 GMT on 6th October 2026.

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