MA International Relations

Overview

A Masters in the Department of War Studies examining globalisation, human rights, international political economy, war, environmental crises and security through politics, philosophy and social theory, ending with an extended research project.

Highlights

• Theories, Concepts and Methods in International Relations
• Dissertation
• Optional modules from the Department of War Studies

Entry requirements

Academic

A minimum high 2:1 undergraduate Bachelor's (honours) degree with a final mark of at least 65%. Relevant degrees include International Relations, War Studies, History and Economics; other first degrees are also considered.

English language

English language band B: IELTS Academic 7.0 overall, at least 6.5 in reading and writing and at least 6.0 in listening and speaking. PTE Academic 69 overall, at least 62 in reading and writing and at least 59 in listening and speaking. TOEFL iBT 5 overall, at least 4.5 in each skill (tests from 21 January 2026), or 100 overall with 25 writing and 23 in each other skill (earlier tests). Duolingo is not listed.

Experience or portfolio

Significant relevant work experience may be considered for a lower degree class or an unrelated degree.

Careers

The page says graduates have gone into UK government and security services, NGOs, the EU, NATO, the UN, academia, think tanks, global charities and multinational corporations.

Working after you graduate

Bachelor's and master's graduates on a Student visa may apply in the UK for the Graduate visa: two years if applying by 31 December 2026, or 18 months if applying on or after 1 January 2027.

Checked on 10 October 2026. Official source.

Scholarships for this course

• Chevening ScholarshipsTuition fees, monthly living stipend, economy return flight, arrival and departure allowances and visa application cost
• Commonwealth Master's ScholarshipsFull tuition fees, return airfare, monthly stipend of GBP 1,712 (GBP 2,000 in the London area) and a study travel grant