MRes International Relations and Security at University of Liverpool

Programme overview

Combine an overview of international relations theories with tailored theoretical and methodological approaches aligned to your proposed research project. Under expert supervision, you’ll produce a major piece of independent research that makes an original contribution to knowledge and offers ideal preparation for PhD study. This MRes provides a personalised and focused introduction to postgraduate research.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences | Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time | Study mode: full-time; part-time also available | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Please note, work towards the dissertation runs across the length of the programme. Compulsory modules in semester one include International Relations: Theory and Evidence, Research Project Development by Directed Study.

Career pathways

Many MRes graduates continue their studies and progress to doctoral research, studying an MPhil or PhD.

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Application information

Entry requirements

We accept a 2:2 honours degree from a UK university, or an equivalent academic qualification from a similar non-UK institution. This degree should be in Politics or a closely related subject.; English language: IELTS 6.5 overall, with no component below 6.0

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 25,350 a year (2026/27). full-time Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time

Apply through the official page: https://theuniversityofliverpool.my.site.com/

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