MA International Politics and Security at York St John University

Examine the constantly evolving and most pressing political and security challenges our world faces today. With the unprecedented challenges our society is encountering, it is more important than ever that we explore and advance our understanding of international politics. On this course you will look at the complex nature of politics, power, war, security, culture, gender and inequality and how they play out in the world.

Faculty: School of Humanities  |  Duration: 1 year full time, 2 years part time  |  Study mode: full-time/part-time  |  Intake: September 2027, September 2028  |  Location: York, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules include Theory and Methods in International Relations; Dissertation. Optional modules include New Security Challenges in a Multi-Polar World; Culture, Women, and International Politics; Diplomacy in the United Nations; Emerging Issues in International Relations; Religion and Peacebuilding; Environmental Policy.

Career pathways

This degree could lead you to, or help you progress in, a career directly related to, Politics, such as working in local government or the Civil Service. It could also take you in a completely different direction to work in the third sector, for example, using the many transferrable skills you will develop. Example roles include Local or national government; Policy development; Political and social research; Charities and the third sector.

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