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Universities United Kingdom University of Dundee Courses MSc International Relations

MSc International Relations
at University of Dundee

Dundee, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 19,900
Country Rank#38
Duration12 Months
Score IELTS: 6.5

Program Overview

You will learn to analyse global political dynamics. Explore the way in which international relations is changing, by examining traditional state actors as well as a variety of intergovernmental and non-governmental actors.

Focus on key global challenges such as:

climate change
human rights and mass atrocities
the re-emergence of Russia as a global political force
the shifting terrain of identity and communal conflict
terrorism in the Middle East
organised crime

You will gain a thorough grounding in the academic study of international politics, focusing on theoretical approaches and methods.

Course Content
Module list

Core modules

These modules are an essential part of your course
- PO51001 - International Relations
- PO53001 - Dissertation [Politics]
Optional modules

You need to choose five of these modules as part of your course
- CP51042 - The European Energy Union in the International Energy Transition
- CP51044 - Just Transition to a Low-Carbon Economy
- CP52008 - International Relations and Energy and Natural Resources
- CP52061 - The Political Economy of Climate Change and Environment
- CP52061 - The Political Economy of Climate Change
- CP52075 - Principles of Sustainability
- GE51011 - Research Training and Project Planning
- HY52031 - Documenting Dissent
- LW51120 - International Criminal Justice
- LW51123 - International Law and Security
- LW51127 - Transnational Crime and Counter Terrorism
- LW51128 - Global Human Rights
- LW51144 - Public International Law
- LW52022 - UN Human Rights Law
- PO51009 - The Middle East and Terrorism
- PO52009 - Russian Politics and Security
- PO52013 - International Security of Drugs & Organised Crime
- PO52017 - Human Rights in International Relations
- PO52019 - Human Rights and Conflict
- PO52020 - Addressing Communal Conflict
Entry Requirement
Graduate Entry

An honours degree in Politics/International Relations or a related subject at lower second class or above

Consideration will also be given to applicants with other academic backgrounds who explain clearly their motivation for undertaking the relevant MSc, outlining any relevant work experience

Dentistry, Health Sciences, and Social Work courses only accept UK Visas & Immigration (UKVI) approved Secure English Language Test (SELT) as proof of English language.

Don’t meet the English language requirements?

Pre-sessional English for international students
If you hold a conditional offer and you have not yet met the English entry requirements for a degree course at the University, we can help you with our pre-sessional English courses.

If you do not meet our academic grade requirements for your chosen course, we can offer you an alternative route to begin your studies. Our international incorporated degrees will develop your subject knowledge, academic English and university level study skills.
Fees & Scholarships
£ 19,900

per year of study

Tuition fees for International students will increase by no more than 5% per year for the length of your course.

Additional costs:
- may be mandatory or optional expenses
- may be one off, ongoing or incidental charges and certain costs may be payable annually for each year of your programme of study
- vary depending on your programme of study
- are payable by you and are non-refundable and non-transferable
Unfortunately, failure to pay additional costs may result in limitations on your student experience.
Career Prospect
Graduates from the MSc International Relations have a wide range of career options in areas including:
- government
- political parties
- the civil service
- international organisations (e.g. United Nations, European Union)
- non-governmental organisations

Cost Of Studying At University of Dundee

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

Loans Sanctioned

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MSc International Relations at University of Dundee