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MA International Relations and Security

University of Westminster — London, United Kingdom

MA International Relations and Security is a postgraduate International Relations course at University of Westminster, London, United Kingdom. It takes 1 year, costs £18,685 per year and starts in September and January.

Postgraduate · 1 year · Full-time · International Relations · £18,685 per year

Intakes: September, January

The International Relations and Security MA provides an advanced, critical examination of security as one of the defining issues in contemporary international politics. Central themes include the underlying dynamics of interstate wars, state and non-state violence (including terrorism), the global balance of power, and challenges to the legitimacy of international institutions. Alongside these movements, there are existing and emerging geopolitical shifts, the proliferation of surveillance and algorithmic violence, the dangers of authoritarianism, and escalating humanitarian emergencies which raise significant questions for states, communities, and societies worldwide. Top reasons to study this course (from the course page): - Our course offers you an innovative, disciplined and intellectually challenging framework for studying issues and perspectives within international relations - You can tailor the MA to your own research interests through your choice of option modules and dissertation topic - You'll work within a vibrant multi-cultural cohort, which will enable you to engage with different perspectives on contemporary international security issues - Our teaching is designed to encourage you to critically analyse all sources and develop your ability to engage in informed debates – we place significant emphasis on enabling you to advance your opinions in an academically grounded manner - As part of this course, we arrange visits to international organisations based abroad, some of which in the past have included NATO’s HQ in Brussels, the European Commission and the European Parliament Campus: Regent, Central London Duration: 1 year Start dates: Full-time - September 2027; Full-time - January 2027 International tuition fee: £18,685 (Price per academic year). The university states annual fees stay the same throughout your studies. Careers (from the course page): We run events throughout the year with a focus on employability and offer a free 'Policy Skills Lab' course to help prepare you for the job market. You can adapt the course to suit your own research interests through your choice of dissertation topic and option modules. Graduate employers named on the course page: BBC, European Parliament’s Office for Promotion of Parliamentary Democracy, The International Institute for Strategic Studies in London, The Strategic Foresight Group, UK Department of Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. Source: University of Westminster course page.

Modules

  • Dissertation and Research Methods (Core)
  • Contemporary Controversies in International Security: Intervention Terrorism and Self-Defence (Core)
  • Theories of International Security (Core)
  • Controversies in United States Foreign Policies and Processes (Option)
  • Democratic Innovations: Participatory Spaces around the World (Option)
  • Democratic Politics: Key Debates and Issues (Option)
  • Diplomacy and Foreign Policy: Theory and Practice (Option)
  • Diplomacy in Action: Evolution, Adaptation, Innovation (Option)
  • Gender, Sexuality and International Relations (Option)
  • Global Change: Toward a New Non-Western Order? (Option)
  • Global Political Economy of Development (Option)
  • Global Politics of Energy and Climate Change (Option)
  • Governance of the European Union (Option)
  • Governance, Policy Practice and Sustainable Development (Option)
  • Just Development Futures: Ideas, Concepts and Debates (Option)
  • Regional Dimensions of Energy Security (Option)
  • The European Union as an International Actor (Option)
  • The Politics of Global Complexity: Rethinking Governance, Power and Agency (Option)
  • The State, Politics and Violence (Option)
  • International Energy and Climate Change Law (Option)
  • Sustainable Energy Policy (Option)
  • Development Policy and Practice (Option)

Careers

  • Human rights advocate
  • International diplomat
  • Journalist
  • Policy analyst
  • Various roles in the Civil Service

Frequently asked questions

How long is MA International Relations and Security at University of Westminster?

MA International Relations and Security takes 1 year (Full-time).

How much does MA International Relations and Security at University of Westminster cost?

The listed tuition fee is £18,685 per year. Fees can change, so confirm the current amount before you apply.

When does MA International Relations and Security start?

Intakes: September and January.

What level is MA International Relations and Security?

It is a postgraduate course in International Relations.

What will I study on MA International Relations and Security?

Modules include Dissertation and Research Methods (Core), Contemporary Controversies in International Security: Intervention Terrorism and Self-Defence (Core), Theories of International Security (Core), Controversies in United States Foreign Policies and Processes (Option), Democratic Innovations: Participatory Spaces around the World (Option) and Democratic Politics: Key Debates and Issues (Option).

What careers can MA International Relations and Security lead to?

Typical roles include Human rights advocate, International diplomat, Journalist, Policy analyst and Various roles in the Civil Service.