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Cardiff University: International Relations
| Institution | Cardiff University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Law and Politics |
| Web | www.cardiff.ac.uk |
| enquiry@cardiff.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0)29 2087 4455 |
| Study type | Taught |
MA
Summary
Gain a thorough understanding of international relations, taught by research-active experts in several specialisms.
The International Relations MA provides a structure for the advanced study of an exciting disciplinary field. You’ll develop a full understanding of the development of the discipline of international relations and will be able to pursue specialist interests within a general framework.
The programme bridges the sub-fields of international security, international relations theory, international law, foreign policy analysis, political philosophy, and political science. While specialist optional modules address a range of contemporary global concerns such as environmental politics, feminism, digital technologies, and conflict management.
During your studies, you’ll be introduced to the main issues in international relations and how they have a bearing on a range of specialist areas of study.
The programme is structured to provide you with the methodological tools necessary to conduct critical research in this broad and demanding field, with a focus on research methods and skills. This will prepare you to undertake self-directed research during the dissertation stage of the programme.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For information regarding entry requirements, please visit the course page on our website: Full time: https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/courses/course/international-relations-ma-full-time Part time: https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/courses/course/international-relations-ma-part-time |
| Location | Cathays Park Campus Park Place Cardiff CF10 3AT |
Summary
Gain a thorough understanding of international relations, taught by research-active experts in several specialisms.
The International Relations MA provides a structure for the advanced study of an exciting disciplinary field. You’ll develop a full understanding of the development of the discipline of international relations and will be able to pursue specialist interests within a general framework.
The programme bridges the sub-fields of international security, international relations theory, international law, foreign policy analysis, political philosophy, and political science. While specialist optional modules address a range of contemporary global concerns such as environmental politics, feminism, digital technologies, and conflict management.
During your studies, you’ll be introduced to the main issues in international relations and how they have a bearing on a range of specialist areas of study.
The programme is structured to provide you with the methodological tools necessary to conduct critical research in this broad and demanding field, with a focus on research methods and skills. This will prepare you to undertake self-directed research during the dissertation stage of the programme.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For information regarding entry requirements, please visit the course page on our website: Full time: https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/courses/course/international-relations-ma-full-time Part time: https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/courses/course/international-relations-ma-part-time |
| Location | Cathays Park Campus Park Place Cardiff CF10 3AT |
Summary
Gain a thorough understanding of international relations, taught by research-active experts in several specialisms.
The International Relations MA provides a structure for the advanced study of an exciting disciplinary field. You’ll develop a full understanding of the development of the discipline of international relations and will be able to pursue specialist interests within a general framework.
The programme bridges the sub-fields of international security, international relations theory, international law, foreign policy analysis, political philosophy, and political science. While specialist optional modules address a range of contemporary global concerns such as environmental politics, feminism, digital technologies, and conflict management.
During your studies, you’ll be introduced to the main issues in international relations and how they have a bearing on a range of specialist areas of study.
The programme is structured to provide you with the methodological tools necessary to conduct critical research in this broad and demanding field, with a focus on research methods and skills. This will prepare you to undertake self-directed research during the dissertation stage of the programme.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For information regarding entry requirements, please visit the course page on our website: https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/courses/course/international-relations-ma-full-time |
| Location | Cathays Park Campus Park Place Cardiff CF10 3AT |
Summary
Gain a thorough understanding of international relations, taught by research-active experts in several specialisms.
The International Relations MA provides a structure for the advanced study of an exciting disciplinary field. You’ll develop a full understanding of the development of the discipline of international relations and will be able to pursue specialist interests within a general framework.
The programme bridges the sub-fields of international security, international relations theory, international law, foreign policy analysis, political philosophy, and political science. While specialist optional modules address a range of contemporary global concerns such as environmental politics, feminism, digital technologies, and conflict management.
During your studies, you’ll be introduced to the main issues in international relations and how they have a bearing on a range of specialist areas of study.
The programme is structured to provide you with the methodological tools necessary to conduct critical research in this broad and demanding field, with a focus on research methods and skills. This will prepare you to undertake self-directed research during the dissertation stage of the programme.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For information regarding entry requirements, please visit the course page on our website: https://www.cardiff.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/taught/courses/course/international-relations-ma-full-time |
| Location | Cathays Park Campus Park Place Cardiff CF10 3AT |
Founded in 1883, Cardiff University combines a prestigious heritage with impressive modern facilities, on one of the most beautiful campuses in the UK. As part of the Russell Group, our students benefit from our outstanding research quality and reputation, while enjoying a wide variety of courses that can be tailored to any aspirations.
Academic excellence and global reputation
Ranked 22nd in the UK (The Complete University Guide 2026) and 181st in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026), Cardiff University is recognised for its outstanding teaching and research. In the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF), …
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