MA Global Affairs and Politics at University of Derby

Programme overview

The climate crisis, biodiversity and habitat loss, the Covid-19 pandemic, the rise of populism, threats to free speech and democracy around the world, ageing populations: these are just some of the challenges we face in the 2020s. At the same time there are many areas of opportunity.

Faculty: College of Health and Humanities | Department: Global Affairs and Politics | Duration: Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years | Study mode: full-time (part-time also available) | Intake: September, January | Location: Derby, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The MA Global Affairs and Politics course is made up of three stages – Postgraduate Certificate, Postgraduate Diploma and MA. You will study modules such as: On this module you will explore what an awareness of historical trends and developments can bring to the study of global affairs.

Career pathways

You will develop advanced skills that are highly desirable in the graduate careers market, including in independent research, critical evaluation, problem-solving, written and verbal communication and negotiation. You will also emerge from the programme with greater cultural awareness and understanding, and a respect for differing viewpoints.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You will need a good honours degree (1st or 2:1) in any subject, or its international equivalent. Applications may be considered if you have a 2:2 honours degree and/or significant relevant professional experience.; It is important that we get to know you, your aspirations and your expectations. Therefore, before being accepted onto the programme applicants may be invited to an informal interview to discuss the course, the nature of the programme, and what will be expected of you during it.; The University welcomes applications from every sector of society and welcomes International applicants.; If English is not your first language you will need to demonstrate English language capability in line with the prevailing University of Derby requirements for admission to study.

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,720 for the whole programme (2026/27). Full-time fee for the full course; UK full-time fees paid within one academic year are rounded down to the nearest £50 if applicable Source

International applicants: GBP 17,500 for the whole programme (2026/27) Source

Intake: September, January

Duration: Full-time: 1 year, Part-time: 2 years

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