
Overview
The MA International Politics programme from The University of Hull aims to impart a broad and balanced knowledge of international relations theory at an advanced level. It provides core training in political analysis and methodology of the social sciences.
It examines contemporary global problems and rival approaches to their solution and offers specialisation in particular areas such as foreign policy analysis, global society, regional integration, global environmental politics, and strategic and security studies.
This MA prepares graduates for careers in media, academia, non-governmental organisations, international business, research think-tanks and government foreign service.
What you'll study
The International Politics programme is made up of core and optional modules and a 15,000-word dissertation.
You will learn up-to-date approaches to international relations studies and more general skills in writing, research, public speaking and logical analysis through interactive seminars guided by experts in the subject.
Future prospects
This MA provides students with the expert skills and knowledge for a career in political consultancy, the media, the Civil Service, public relations, political parties, parliament and charities on a national or international scale.
Many of our Masters students choose to progress to further study at PhD level. Our staff are research-active with specialisms including strategic studies, international relations theory, international law, foreign policy, political theory, European integration and the critique of violence.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
International Relations: Theory and Practice
Power and the State in International Politics
Challenges in International Politics
Approaches to Research
15,000-word Dissertation
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Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
You can apply for a postgraduate course at any time. There are no specific deadlines but you need to take into account the start date of your course.
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Disciplines
International Relations Political Science View 494 other Masters in Political Science in United KingdomExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A minimum of a 2.2 Honours degree (or international equivalent) in a cognate discipline, such as law, history, sociology, human geography, social policy and strategic studies, or equivalent prior experience will be taken into account.
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Visit official programme websiteTuition Fee
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International
7850 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7850 GBP for the full programme during 12 months. -
National
7850 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 7850 GBP for the full programme during 12 months.
Living costs for Hull
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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