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University of Surrey: International Relations
| Institution | University of Surrey View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | FABSS - Faculty of Arts, Business and Social Sciences |
| Web | www.surrey.ac.uk |
| admissions@surrey.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44(0)1483 682222 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
Why choose this course - You’ll master international relations theories and political science methods that will enable you to investigate the links between local, national and international politics, and engage in issues that shape the world today.
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On our International Relations MSc, you will study how politics is shaped globally, while developing the research and analytical skills to support your future career.
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You will be taught by award-winning researchers in creative and engaging formats, learn through their latest cutting-edge work, pushing the boundaries of international relations.
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You will be part of a vibrant research community that involves research seminars, public lectures, roundtables, film screenings and internationally renowned guest speakers.
What you will study Our International Relations MSc programme examines the most salient issues in contemporary international politics in a course that you can tailor according to your interests.
A small set of compulsory modules provide the theoretical and methodological grounding needed to conduct political science research, while a wide range of optional modules focus on specific areas. These include: - International security
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Economy and trade
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Global governance.
Our innovative teaching methods connect theory with the practice of international politics, including trade negotiation simulations as well as the opportunity to experience real-time crisis diplomacy at Chatham House’s Simulation Centre.
Students employ research and analytical skills developed during the course to design and carry out an independent dissertation research project, with individual supervision from our academic experts.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in: Area studies (Asian studies, European studies etc.), We may be able to take relevant work experience into consideration if you don't meet these requirements. If you have at least one year of relevant experience in a full-time graduate-level role (or a minimum of two years’ experience in a relevant graduate-level part-time role) please provide full details of your role and responsibilities in your personal statement and CV when you submit your application. English language requirements |
| Location | Stag Hill Stag Hill Guildford GU2 7XH |
Summary
Why choose this course - You’ll master international relations theories and political science methods that will enable you to investigate the links between local, national and international politics, and engage in issues that shape the world today.
-
On our International Relations MSc, you will study how politics is shaped globally, while developing the research and analytical skills to support your future career.
-
You will be taught by award-winning researchers in creative and engaging formats, learn through their latest cutting-edge work, pushing the boundaries of international relations.
-
You will be part of a vibrant research community that involves research seminars, public lectures, roundtables, film screenings and internationally renowned guest speakers.
What you will study Our International Relations MSc programme examines the most salient issues in contemporary international politics in a course that you can tailor according to your interests.
A small set of compulsory modules provide the theoretical and methodological grounding needed to conduct political science research, while a wide range of optional modules focus on specific areas. These include: - International security
-
Economy and trade
-
Global governance.
Our innovative teaching methods connect theory with the practice of international politics, including trade negotiation simulations as well as the opportunity to experience real-time crisis diplomacy at Chatham House’s Simulation Centre.
Students employ research and analytical skills developed during the course to design and carry out an independent dissertation research project, with individual supervision from our academic experts.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in: Area studies (Asian studies, European studies etc.), We may be able to take relevant work experience into consideration if you don't meet these requirements. If you have at least one year of relevant experience in a full-time graduate-level role (or a minimum of two years’ experience in a relevant graduate-level part-time role) please provide full details of your role and responsibilities in your personal statement and CV when you submit your application. English language requirements |
| Location | Stag Hill Stag Hill Guildford GU2 7XH |
Summary
Why choose this course You’ll master international relations theories and political science methods that will enable you to investigate the links between local, national and international politics, and engage in issues that shape the world today.
On our International Relations MSc, you will study how politics is shaped internationally, while developing the research and analytical skills to support your future career.
You will be taught by award-winning researchers in creative and engaging formats, learn through their latest cutting-edge work, pushing the boundaries of international relations.
You will be part of a vibrant research community that involves research seminars, public lectures, roundtables, film screenings and internationally renowned guest speakers.
What you will study Our International Relations MSc programme examines the most salient issues in contemporary international politics in a course that you can tailor according to your interests.
A small set of compulsory modules provide the theoretical and methodological grounding needed to conduct political science research, while a wide range of optional modules focus on specific areas. These include:
International security Economy and trade Global governance.
Our innovative teaching methods connect theory with the practice of international politics, including trade negotiation simulations as well as the opportunity to experience real-time crisis diplomacy at Chatham House’s Simulation Centre.
Students employ research and analytical skills developed during the course to design and carry out an independent dissertation research project, with individual supervision from our academic experts.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in: Area studies (Asian studies, European studies etc.) We may be able to take relevant work experience into consideration if you don't meet these requirements. If you have at least one year of relevant experience in a full-time graduate-level role (or a minimum of two years’ experience in a relevant graduate-level part-time role) please provide full details of your role and responsibilities in your personal statement and CV when you submit your application. English language requirements |
| Location | Stag Hill Stag Hill Guildford GU2 7XH |
Summary
Why choose this course You’ll master international relations theories and political science methods that will enable you to investigate the links between local, national and international politics, and engage in issues that shape the world today.
On our International Relations MSc, you will study how politics is shaped internationally, while developing the research and analytical skills to support your future career.
You will be taught by award-winning researchers in creative and engaging formats, learn through their latest cutting-edge work, pushing the boundaries of international relations.
You will be part of a vibrant research community that involves research seminars, public lectures, roundtables, film screenings and internationally renowned guest speakers.
What you will study Our International Relations MSc programme examines the most salient issues in contemporary international politics in a course that you can tailor according to your interests.
A small set of compulsory modules provide the theoretical and methodological grounding needed to conduct political science research, while a wide range of optional modules focus on specific areas. These include:
International security Economy and trade Global governance.
Our innovative teaching methods connect theory with the practice of international politics, including trade negotiation simulations as well as the opportunity to experience real-time crisis diplomacy at Chatham House’s Simulation Centre.
Students employ research and analytical skills developed during the course to design and carry out an independent dissertation research project, with individual supervision from our academic experts.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A minimum of a 2:2 UK honours degree in: Area studies (Asian studies, European studies etc.) We may be able to take relevant work experience into consideration if you don't meet these requirements. If you have at least one year of relevant experience in a full-time graduate-level role (or a minimum of two years’ experience in a relevant graduate-level part-time role) please provide full details of your role and responsibilities in your personal statement and CV when you submit your application. English language requirements |
| Location | Stag Hill Stag Hill Guildford GU2 7XH |
Welcome to the University of Surrey, a global community with over 153,000 alumni in 185 countries across the globe.
We’re based in the popular town of Guildford, recently voted the safest student town in England (CUG 2025), just 35 minutes from central London by train. Our beautiful, green campus is home to outstanding learning facilities in every faculty, plus a comprehensive range of student services, a wide choice of accommodation and dedicated support for international students, to help you make the most of university life.
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