Globalisation Politics Conflict and Human Rights MA (PGCert PGDip)

at University of Brighton

Course structure
 

On the Globalisation: Politics, Conflict and Human Rights MA, you will:

• study key developments and issues in relation to politics, conflict and human rights.
• consider these areas within the context of contemporary globalisation
• be encouraged to develop an informed and critical understanding of contemporary globalisation
• receive close tutorial support.
• be able to pursue a wide range of careers as well as opportunities for further postgraduate research.
   

The programme is founded on the notion that politics, conflict and human rights must now be understood in the context of contemporary globalisation.
 

Core modules

• Globalisation: Politics, Conflict, and Human Rights
  This module provides an advanced introduction to the key theories, concepts and critical debates associated with globalisation, global politics, contemporary conflict and human rights. It draws on approaches developed within the academic fields of politics and global studies in the study of areas such as global governance and the United Nation system, global security and conflict resolution, peacekeeping, human rights, and humanitarian intervention.
• Research Methods
• Dissertation

The entry requirements listed here are our typical offer for this course if you wish to begin studying with us in 2022. They should be used as a general guide. 
 

Degree and experience

Normally a 2:1 undergraduate degree in a relevant subject. Candidates with a 2:2 or lower or who do not have a degree will still be considered for admission if they can demonstrate suitable professional experience or substantial experience of the subject area. 
 

English language requirements

IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. 

International (full-time) - 15,462 GBP

This MA is relevant to careers in the public sector, teaching, the media, the legal profession, business, journalism, management and human resources, as well as to further research. You may also seek work in development, charities, non-governmental organisations and the environment, as well as the European Union and the United Nations.