MSc International Conflict and Cooperation at University of Stirling

Programme overview

The MSc International Conflict and Cooperation examines the dynamics of international conflict and cooperation, including current conflicts, climate and conflict, civil war and ethnic tensions, human rights, sustainable development, global security and international political economy, and develops research skills.

Duration: MSc full-time: 12 months; MSc part-time: 24 months | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules on international conflict and cooperation, optional modules for deeper study, and a research skills module. Teaching is in person, typically in two-hour seminars, with expert briefings and guest lecturers; a study trip to Geneva to meet UN policymakers, and internships with a conflict resolution NGO and the Scottish Council on Global Affairs.

Career pathways

Roles in government and diplomacy, human rights and development, security and risk analysis, media and journalism, and legal and policy research, with NGOs, intergovernmental organisations and humanitarian agencies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of a second class honours degree or equivalent. Applicants without these formal qualifications but with significant appropriate or relevant work or life experience are encouraged to apply. International applicants: IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each sub-skill; PTE Academic 60 overall with a minimum of 59 in each sub-skill; TOEFL iBT (taken before 21 January 2026) 80 overall with 18 reading, 17 writing, 17 listening, 20 speaking, or (from 21 January 2026) 4 overall with no band below 4.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,050 a year (2026/27). Students from the UK and Republic of Ireland; part time rate Source

International applicants: GBP 12,150 a year (2026/27). International (including EU) students; part time rate Source

Intake: September 2027

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

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