Politics and International Relations MA

Politics and International Relations at Winchester examines government and society at the local, regional and global level, enabling you to critically evaluate key issues and debates that are of vital importance in our ever-changing world.

In order to understand contemporary international politics, you will explore government and society from the perspective of state organisations, non-state bodies, and international institutions and groups. You will consider a variety of relevant contemporary topics including, but not limited to, war and conflict; climate change; trade and finance; the rise of populist politics; big power politics; and the United Nations’ Security Council. As part of your studies, you will gain the skills necessary to evaluate critically the key issues and debates involved.