MA International Relations and Security at Birmingham City University

The International Relations and Security course explores issues of power, governance, security, decision-making, conflict, and cooperation across the globe. Students develop knowledge and high-level skills that equip them for success in their careers. The course provides knowledge and critical understanding of communities and states facing challenges such as migration, terrorism, state violence, climate change and social inequalities.

Faculty: Faculty of Business, Law and Social Sciences  |  Department: Sociology and Criminology  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; 18 months (Professional Placement) full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time/part-time (optional professional placement)  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Security and International Relations Theory, Contemporary Security, International Relations of the Middle East: Implications for Regional and Global Security, Postcolonial International Relations, Dissertation, Terrorism and Political Violence: Traditional and Critical Perspectives, Green Criminology in an Age of Climate Breakdown, International Refugee Law: Core Concepts and Critical Perspectives.

Career pathways

Employability is embedded in the curriculum, and at the heart of the course. We aim to produce graduates with competence and skills in problem solving, time management, effective communication, conflict management, harm mitigation, flexibility and diplomacy, so that you are well-prepared for your future career.

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