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University of Westminster, London: International Relations and Security
| Institution | University of Westminster, London View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Social Sciences View department profile |
| Web | https://www.westminster.ac.uk |
| course-enquiries@westminster.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0)207 915 5511 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
The International Relations and Security MA provides an advanced, critical examination of security as one of the defining issues in contemporary international politics.
Central themes include the underlying dynamics of interstate wars, state and non-state violence (including terrorism), the global balance of power, and challenges to the legitimacy of international institutions. Alongside these movements, there are existing and emerging geopolitical shifts, the proliferation of surveillance and algorithmic violence, the dangers of authoritarianism, and escalating humanitarian emergencies which raise significant questions for states, communities, and societies worldwide.
The course's critical approach—combined with historical and comparative analysis of interstate conflicts, state and nonstate violence, terrorism, surveillance politics, humanitarian crises, and challenges to international institutions—builds advanced analytical, research, and critical thinking skills.
Graduates are highly valued by employers who need professionals capable of interpreting complex security landscapes, situating current events within broader theoretical and historical frameworks, and crafting informed policy responses.
MA
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A minimum of a lower second class honours degree (2:2) in a related discipline in social sciences or humanities. If your first language is not English, you should have an IELTS 6.5 with at least 6.5 in writing and no element below 6.0. Applicants are required to submit one academic reference. |
| Location | Regent Street 309 Regent Street Westminster W1B 2HW |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A minimum of a lower second class honours degree (2:2) in a related discipline in social sciences or humanities. If your first language is not English, you should have an IELTS 6.5 with at least 6.5 in writing and no element below 6.0. Applicants are required to submit one academic reference. |
| Location | Regent Street 309 Regent Street Westminster W1B 2HW |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A minimum of a lower second class honours degree (2:2) in a related discipline in social sciences or humanities. If your first language is not English, you should have an IELTS 6.5 with at least 6.5 in writing and no element below 6.0. Applicants are required to submit one academic reference. |
| Location | Regent Street 309 Regent Street Westminster W1B 2HW |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | A minimum of a lower second class honours degree (2:2) in a related discipline in social sciences or humanities. If your first language is not English, you should have an IELTS 6.5 with at least 6.5 in writing and no element below 6.0. Applicants are required to submit one academic reference. |
| Location | Regent Street 309 Regent Street Westminster W1B 2HW |
The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS) at the University of Westminster offers a wide range of postgraduate courses across Social Sciences, Humanities, Law and Life Sciences. Based in central London, you’ll benefit from being close to government, legal institutions, NGOs and cultural organisations, helping you to connect studies to real-world contexts.
Postgraduate programmes are research-informed and professionally relevant, with strengths in areas including international relations, public policy, psychology, criminology, translation, cultural studies and international law. Combining academic rigour with strong career focus, courses are designed to develop advanced research, analytical and communication skills, supporting careers in a …
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