MA International Relations
University of LincolnBrayford Pool, United Kingdom
Course overview
This degree is an interdisciplinary programme, drawing upon politics, economics, history, sociology, international law, geography and cultural studies to explore global issues such as conflict, global inequalities, sovereignty, and human rights. Students are able to examine complex political issues such as conflict, and democratisation. The programme aims to prepare students for future study and research, as well as for potential employment in areas such as the diplomatic service, development agencies, the non-government sector, journalism, consultancy, international and regional organisations, and the public sector.
Students join a thriving community of scholars and may have access to a range of extracurricular activities including external speakers and overseas study trips. The programme connects students with tutors who have wide-ranging research expertise and can support students on their personal research and career paths. It places considerable emphasis on advanced research methods, enabling students to hone qualitative and quantitative research skills, and supporting them in becoming confident researchers in their own right.
Students are invited to attend the School's research seminar series. - The programme draws on a range of subject specialisms within the School of Social and Political Sciences and connects students with tutors who are research leaders in their respective fields of study. - The atmosphere in the School of Social and Political Sciences is collegial and friendly. Tutors are approachable and keen to support students on their personal research and career paths.
Key highlights
- Interdisciplinary study drawing on politics, economics, history, law and geography
- Explores conflict, global inequalities, sovereignty, human rights and democratisation
- Strong emphasis on advanced qualitative and quantitative research methods
- Taught by tutors who are research leaders in their fields
- Extracurricular external speakers and overseas study trips may be available
- Invitation to the School's research seminar series
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2nd class — to include relevant subject; or above
- International qualifications — If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications. Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a…
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Global Postgraduate Scholarship
The Global Postgraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount in the first year of their studies.
Up to £2,000International Alumni Scholarship
The International Alumni Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for the first year of a postgraduate taught or postgraduate research programme.
Up to £2,000Lincoln Alumni MSc School of Health and Social Care Scholarship
£1000 will be paid directly to the student for each year of study for each completed academic year of study, with part-time students eligible for a pro-rata payment.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- Diplomat
- Development agency officer
- NGO programme officer
- Journalist
- Political consultant
- International organisation policy officer
Cost of study
International: £17,400 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Lincoln, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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