Kingston University London - International Relations MSc

Kingston University London

International Relations MSc

This course explores the development of international relations and the key ideas that have shaped our understanding of the modern system. You will examine institutions, such as the United Nations and the European Union, and study debates concerning globalization and underdevelopment. 

Through a flexible choice of option modules, you may tailor the course to your interests. Specialisms include international political economy, conflict, security, and human rights.

In a dissertation, you will study an area of interest in further depth, with one-to-one support and expert supervision.

Lively discussion is encouraged, and you'll be able to attend lectures with visiting speakers, leading academics, and figures from human rights and international organizations.

Reasons to choose Kingston University

  • Lively discussion is encouraged, with visiting speakers, leading academics, and figures from human rights and international organizations. Recent speakers include the Palestinian and EU ambassadors to the UK.
  • You will be taught by highly acclaimed academics and experts in international relations, politics, human rights, and international conflict.
  • Teaching for the course employs innovative and inclusive methods, including games and simulations, case studies, workshops, role-playing, and group work.

Entry Requirements

  • A 2:2 or above honours degree or equivalent in any discipline.

  • IELTS of 6.5 overall with no element below 6.0.

     

Course Details

You will explore the development of international relations and the key ideas that have shaped our understanding of the modern system. You will learn about actors and institutions such as the United Nations, the United States and the European Union, and you will study theoretical and policy debates concerning globalisation and underdevelopment.

You will have the opportunity to take an in-depth look at issues of human rights and international conflict. Your dissertation will enable you to study an area of interest in depth. Alternatively, you can pursue an applied research project based on your work placement.

You will take 3 core modules and choose 2 option modules from a broad selection.

Core Modules

Politics Dissertation
Research Skills and Dissertation/Project Proposal
The Theory and Practice of International Relations

Option Modules

Freedom, Censorship and Subversion
Genocide and Crimes Against Humanity
International Political Economy: Capitalism, Imperialism and the State
Conflict Theory and Resolution
Contemporary Issues and Case Studies in Security and Conflict
Terrorism, Political Violence and Human Rights
From State to Global Politics
Human Rights: Architectures, Actors, Activism
Strategies for Achieving Human Rights

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