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University of Bath: International Relations with Gender Politics

Institution	University of Bath View institution profile
Department	Politics, Languages and International Studies View department profile
Web	https://www.bath.ac.uk/faculties/faculty-of-humanities-social-sciences/
Email	pgtadmissions@bath.ac.uk
Telephone	+44 1225 38 5115
Study type	Taught

Summary

Explore the causes and effects of some of the major threats that face global societies, with a focus on the interplay between gender and politics.

This course allows you to explore key challenges that span global borders and communities and how to develop sustainable solutions to them.

You’ll examine the politics and policymaking of global powers, paying close attention to how their decisions and interactions impact the management and maintenance of political order.

This will deepen your understanding of the causes and consequences of major political issues, and equip you with the knowledge needed to address them effectively in a range of contexts.

Specialise in gender politics

On our MSc International Relations with Gender Politics pathway, you’ll build your understanding of the complex, intertwined relationship between gender and politics, and how it is shaped by global challenges.

You’ll study the role of gender in an often-volatile international arena, exploring key areas including inequalities in domestic and international politics, approaches to diplomacy, human security and human rights, and peace processes.  

This will equip you with the skills to critically assess diverse perspectives and apply theories of gender analysis in the context of global politics.

Upon successful completion of this course, you’ll have gained:

• in-depth and career-focused knowledge of how gender politics and policies impact global diplomacy, as well as economic and policymaking structures

• the ability to engage with communities and policymakers through effective advocacy

• a fundamental understanding of topics, such as global security and cybersecurity threats; changes of leadership and the emergence of new powers; and the evolving nature of international politics

• advanced research, analytical, and communication skills suitable for many roles in politics and policymaking, consulting, and policy advocacy

Choose a consultancy project

The consultancy project is an alternative to a dissertation. It’s your chance to work on a project with an external organisation, using the skills and knowledge you’ll gain during your studies.

Working alone or as part of a group, you’ll conduct appropriate research, analyse data (if necessary) and share your solution as a written report and presentation.

You will benefit from our well-established business connections across the field of international relations and related sectors, both in the UK and overseas.

Consultancy project numbers are limited each year. You’ll apply for a suitable project with one of our external partners and will receive support from us during this process. If a suitable project can’t be secured, you will complete a dissertation instead.

Learn from experts in the field

You’ll learn from experts in international relations, European and global politics, gender politics, international security, and foreign policy, as well as from academic staff across the wider Department of Politics, Languages and International Studies. Their passion, expertise, and research directly inform their teaching, enriching your learning experience.

Graduate prospects

Studying this course provides an excellent grounding for careers in politics and policymaking, consulting, policy-advocacy and foreign affairs, within international organisations, multinational corporations, public bodies, NGOs and think tanks.

Graduates from our politics master’s degrees have gone on to successful careers in a wide range of organisations, including:

• Danish EU Research Liaison Office in Brussels, Belgium

• Enel Green Power North America Inc, USA (Director of External Relations and Communications)

• European Parliament, Spain

• World Energy Council in Berlin, Germany

Others have chosen to continue their careers in academia.

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