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Newcastle University: International Politics (Global Justice and Ethics)
| Institution | Newcastle University View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Geography, Politics and Sociology |
| Web | Visit Newcastle University website |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This International Politics master's investigates central issues of global justice. This includes:
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the debate between relativism and universalism
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the foundation and content of human rights
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responses to global poverty and inequality
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cosmopolitan democracy
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environmental justice
Along with a greater understanding, you'll learn to think critically about these issues.
The course is taught by influential political theorists and philosophers. We offer rigorous training in:
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global justice and human rights
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international relations theory
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theories and approaches to the study of politics
This helps you to develop the specialist knowledge and research skills from which to embark upon a career with a significant international dimension. You could also pursue a postgraduate research degree in global justice and ethics studies.
MA
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent. Degrees from all disciplines will be considered. We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have lower or non-standard qualifications and relevant professional experience. |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent. Degrees from all disciplines will be considered. We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have lower or non-standard qualifications and relevant professional experience. |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent. Degrees from all disciplines will be considered. We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have lower or non-standard qualifications and relevant professional experience. |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent. Degrees from all disciplines will be considered. We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have lower or non-standard qualifications and relevant professional experience. |
| Location | Main Site (Newcastle) King's Gate Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7RU |
Newcastle University
Newcastle University is a World Top 140 university (QS World University Rankings 2026) and founding member of the prestigious Russell Group of world-class, research-intensive UK universities.
Committed to excellence, innovation and creativity, it is pioneering solutions that can change the world. Through world-class research it tackles some of the biggest challenges facing society globally, leading in its key strengths of ageing and health, data, cities and place, culture and creative arts, and one planet. The UK’s Research Excellence Framework 2021 assessed its research as world-leading with outstanding impact.
Through high quality teaching it educates …
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