MA International Relations (Research) at University of Manchester

Programme overview

Research today's important global issues for a policy-focused career. Research global politics and international affairs through a policy-focused master’s course at Manchester. Develop research, analytical and communication skills for careers across the public, private and third sectors, or further PhD study.

What you will study

A master’s degree is formed of 180 credits. On the MA International Relations (Research Route), there are seven mandatory course units, including a dissertation worth 60 credits. Compulsory units include Research Design and Skills, Graduate Seminar in International Relations Theory, Critical Approaches in International Politics, Philosophy of Politics Research, Dissertation, Qualitative Research Methods.

Career pathways

The University of Manchester is one of the most targeted universities by the UK’s top graduate employers (High Fliers, The Graduate Market Report 2024). Our MA International Relations gives you the specialist knowledge and skills required for a range of careers across the public, private, and third sectors, such as in: local and central government; international and supranational institutions, such as the UN and the EU; research, policy,...

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Application information

Entry requirements

We require a UK bachelor's degree with a First or Upper Second classification or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline. When assessing your academic record we consider your degree subject, grades you have achieved and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification. English language: IELTS Academic test score of 7 overall, including 7 in writing with no further component score below 6.5.

Domestic applicants: GBP 18,200 a year (2027/28). MA (full-time) Source

International applicants: GBP 30,900 a year (2027/28). MA (full-time) Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year

Apply through the official page: https://www.manchester.ac.uk/study/masters/admissions/how-to-apply/

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