Overview

About this programme

Enjoy the flexibility of distance learning while connecting with your fellow students who will bring with them a range of different experiences. You’ll be encouraged to use digital platforms for a weekly programme of study with regular support from our experts and the opportunity to debate key subjects with fellow students. Learn more with this master of International Relations from Staffordshire University.

The MA International Relations will address issues associated with the way countries co-exist in the face of rapid change and the increasing importance of policy making. You will examine how and why decisions are made at the global level and the complexity of communications spanning governments and non-government organisations.

The course is taught and assessed entirely online, giving you the freedom to study anytime, anywhere.You can also tailor the course to a topic that interests you, through our Intelligence pathway, enabling you to have a greater focus on intelligence in policy and practice.

This course attracts professionals from many countries and in high profile positions including diplomats and experts in NGOs working in the field as well as those wishing to take their research to the next level.

If you complete a specific pathway route, your award title will reflect this.

On successful completion of study, we will issue the following award: MA International Relations

Programme Structure

Courses

Dissertation In International Studies

Intelligence In Policy And Practice

International Relations Theory

Researching Global lssues

The Changing Global Order

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 13 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-01-26 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-21 00:00:00 , International

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The earlier you apply, the better. International applicants are encouraged to apply for courses at the beginning of the academic year.

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Stoke-on-Trent, United Kingdom

Disciplines

International Relations View 41 other Masters in International Relations in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 2:2 honours degree or above, or relevant professional experience.
Language level must be at least IELTS 6-6.5 or equivalent. However, you’ll be considered if you have a level of fluency to meet the needs of the course.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

9135 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9165 GBP / year

≈ 9165 GBP / year

Funding

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