MA International Politics (Dual Degree) at Aberystwyth University

A dual Masters delivered with the School of International Service at American University in Washington, D.C. Students spend the first year in Aberystwyth and the second at American University, graduating with two Masters degrees.

Department: Department of International Politics  |  Duration: 2 years (Year 1 Aberystwyth, Year 2 Washington D.C.)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Aberystwyth, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 at Aberystwyth includes the core International Politics module and a 60-credit Research Paper, with options such as Emerging Security Issues, Feminist Approaches to Security, Warfare in the 21st Century and Understanding the Modern World-System. Year 2 at American University combines social science research methods and economics with optional classes in the chosen field of specialisation.

Career pathways

Graduates have worked in the development sector, politics, the Diplomatic Service, the Civil Service, NGOs, international organisations, journalism, academia and research. Optional Practical Training in the US is available during or after study.

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