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International Relations MA at University of Sussex

University of Sussex, United Kingdom

Programme overview

Develop your understanding of global challenges. Study the history and theory of state relations, and contemporary issues requiring international cooperation. This MA helps you to understand and critically reflect on the global challenges of our times. We live in a world of poly-crises, from war and conflict to climate change and sustainability. Human rights are challenged on multiple occasions.

Department: School of Global Studies  |  Duration: 1 year full time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Brighton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Foundations of World Politics, International Relations Theory, Research Methods and Professional Skills (IR), Dissertation (International Relations).

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Application information

Entry requirements

Degree requirements: You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Applicants with a lower second-class (2.2) degree classification will be considered on a case by case basis. Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should preferably be in a social sciences or humanities subject; alternatively, you should have relevant professional experience or engagement. English language: IELTS (Academic) Standard level (6.0 overall, including at least 5.5 in each component). Apply by 1 August 2027 (international), 1 September 2027 (UK).

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,600 a year. for full-time students Source

International applicants: GBP 24,200 a year. for full-time students Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 1 year full time

Apply through the official page: https://www.sussex.ac.uk/study/masters/apply

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