Keele University

Politics and International Relations MA

Keele UniversityStaffordshire, UK

Course overview

Keele's MA in Politics and International Relations is a gateway to mastering the complexities of power, conflict, diplomacy, democracy and policy in a rapidly changing world. Our forward-thinking programme blends academic insight with real-world relevance, empowering you to think critically, act decisively, and make a difference on the global stage. Advance your career with skills to uncover the contemporary challenges of today's society, engaging with political issues, debates and challenges.

Key highlights

  • Explores power, conflict, diplomacy, democracy and policy in a changing world
  • Blends academic insight with real-world relevance
  • Develops critical thinking skills for engaging with contemporary political debates

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — to include any humanities or social science subject

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Humanities Master's Scholarship

    We aim to award scholarships up to £1,000.

  • Keele Alumni Discount

    The Keele Alumni Discount is a 20% discount of the tuition fee charged for Keele Alumni (10% for online programmes).

  • Keele Staff Discount

    If you are a Keele University employee, you may be eligible for a 30% discount off your postgraduate tuition fees.

    Up to 30% of fees
  • KUIC Postgraduate Progression Scholarship

    70% and above - £5,000; 60% - 69% - £4,000; 50% - 59% - £3,000.

  • Postgraduate Global Scholarship

    1st - £5,000; 2:1 - £4,000; 2:2 - £3,000.

  • The Keele Postgraduate Research Alumni Discount (KPGRAD)

    This is a 20% discount on the tuition fee if you are studying a Postgraduate Research course (MPhil, PhD, or Professional Doctorate) either delivered on Keele Campus or Online.

    Up to 20% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • Policy analyst
  • Political researcher
  • Civil servant
  • Diplomatic service officer
  • Public affairs consultant
  • NGO programme officer

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,400 | International: £17,100

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 Keele University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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