International Relations MSc

This programme focuses on international relations and the pressing problems humanity faces in the international realm. <br/><br/>International Relations involves studying the complex interactions between sovereign states and a wide range of other organisations and institutions, including:<br/><br/><br/>* multinational corporations<br/><br/><br/>* security alliances<br/><br/><br/>* international financial/trade organisations<br/><br/><br/>* international legal bodies<br/><br/><br/>* aid/development institutions<br/><br/><br/>The programme enables you to examine global empirical issues and developments, and to adopt a range of theoretical approaches, allowing you to analyse and interpret the world with different conceptual lenses.<br/><br/>This programme explores topics such as:<br/><br/><br/>* war<br/><br/><br/>* terrorism<br/><br/><br/>* power<br/><br/><br/>* diplomacy<br/><br/><br/>* climate change<br/><br/><br/>* trade, poverty<br/><br/><br/>* migration<br/><br/><br/>* international cooperation<br/><br/><br/>The programme focuses not only on the study of these topics, but also explores the ways to meet their associated challenges.<br/><br/>Our MSc International Relations programme offers intensive training in the theory and practice of international relations, preparing you for a diverse range of international careers or further research. <br/><br/>Our approach combines innovative research with creative and inspirational teaching. Staff members approach research and teaching with an intricate knowledge of the major international institutions, complemented by a deep appreciation of historical change and key ideas in international thought.