Study International Relations MA at University of Sussex in the UK, School of Global Studies
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International Relations MA

UK

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What will I learn?

The MA International Relations 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. In this MA, you’ll gain the skills and knowledge to help you negotiate some of these issues by: exploring the role of governmental, inter-governmental and non-governmental agencies, private enterprises and international bodies in world politics gaining a deeper understanding of specific regions in the world and how they impact on world politics learning about the (in)securities of our time and the future of peace and human rights. Sussex has one of only four dedicated International Relations departments in the UK. You’ll learn from leading International Relations scholars whose cutting-edge research informs their teaching. You’ll systematically study world politics through a critical theoretical foundation. At the same time, we have your employability in mind. You’ll build a portfolio of skills that will enable you to pursue a career globally from local and national governments to international organisations, from NGOs to transnational corporations.

Which department am I in?

School of Global Studies

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees
£23,500.00 (US$ 30,349) per year
Books, course materials and other costs (average) - £10 to £15 per week

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

Expected August 2027

Start date

September 2026

Venue

University of Sussex

Sussex House, Falmer,

Brighton,

East Sussex,

BN1 9RH, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

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.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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For over 60 years Sussex’s teaching, research and culture have stimulated and challenged, driving positive change at home and around the world.

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