International Politics

Entry requirements

Candidates should normally have achieved an upper second class honour degree or higher from an established university. GPA scores of at least 3.3 out of 4, or equivalent, will be expected from international applicants. A background in a social science will be an advantage but not a necessity. Applications are expected from candidates with a single or joint honours degree in Political Science, Economics, European Studies, History, Sociology, Business and Law.

Months of entry

September

Course content

The MSc in International Politics is a one year full-time (two year part-time) course which enables students to develop the abilities to assess the major theories of international relations and to formulate policy relevant research questions in the field. Students will learn to design and conduct their own research using relevant social scientific theories and methods. They will also develop the skills to communicate research effectively in a variety of forms. Students take four compulsory modules, four elective modules and write a 10,000 word dissertation.

• International Politics

• International Conflict

• Research Design

• Introduction to Quantitative Research Methods