Richmond American University London
MA International RelationsLondon, United Kingdom
DURATION
1 up to 2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
Request application deadline
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
GBP 18,500 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* EU, International & United States | UK: £12,500
Key Summary
Introduction
Our MA in International Relations aims to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the forces which shape global politics, combining both theory and real life, with the opportunity to do an internship which puts International Relations into practice.
The programme will enable you to tackle the big issues facing global decision-makers, from war to poverty, from security to the diplomatic practice, looking at the role of the global media in all of these topics.
MA International Relations will help you prepare for further graduate study or for a career in the fascinating world of government, public administration, humanitarian aid work, diplomacy or policy formation among others. Our emphasis on combining sharp analytical thinking with real world applications is invaluable for any future career and produces graduates ready to face key challenges for the 21st century.
International Opportunities
Students may be invited to participate in visits to key international institutions including the International Criminal Court in The Hague, the EU headquarters in Brussels, Berlin, and an important Peace Studies institute in Norway.
You will have the opportunity to study key burning issues for the present including foreign policy decision-making, conflict management, human rights enforcement, risk and change in diplomacy, environmental sustainability, global media politics, global inequality and development, amongst many other themes and topics.
The Richmond American University London offering
An innovative international research hub, Richmond’s Centre for the Study of the State, Power & Globalisation offers students the chance to conduct research alongside both the faculty and international experts. The University also supports a social enterprise which specialises in university education, Professors Without Borders, and students have often worked closely with this exciting initiative.
We offer a rigorous curriculum encompassing theoretical and practical developments in the dynamic field of global politics, set in vibrant London. Our international mix of students helps graduates develop vital inter-personal and inter-cultural communication skills.
The programme examines a range of theories, concepts and practical approaches to questions of international development, conflict, insurgency, terrorism, media, diplomacy, decision-making, and many others.
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Curriculum
Themes
As part of your MA programme you will study a broad array of themes and topics in International Relations and Global Politics including:
- Global development and development practices
- Global structures of inequality
- International conflict and war
- The management of conflict and security issues
- Environment sustainability
- Concepts and practical skills of foreign policy decision-making
- Risk and change in diplomacy
- The causes of insurgency and strategies for counter-insurgency
- The promotion and enforcement of human rights
Students enrol in four core modules and select two electives. In your third semester you will complete your research dissertation and, should you choose to do one, also your internship.
Courses
- INR 7100 Research Methodology
- INR 7101 International Relations Theory & Concepts
- INR 7107 Sustainable Development & Global Political Economy
- INR 7109 International Conflict, War and Peace
Electives
- INR 7306 Insurgency, Terrorism and Civil War
- INR 7108 Media, Digital Diplomacy & International Organisation
- INR 7428 Human Rights and Global Politics
- INR 7113 Diplomacy, Decision-Making and Foreign Policy
plus either
- INR 7902 Internship
- INR 7500 Thesis Research
or
- INR 7550 Extended Thesis Research
Program Outcome
- Great work experience – opportunity to do an internship as part of your degree in locations such as the House of Commons and US Congress, enhancing your future career opportunities
- Chance to become part of Richmond's international research community, developing close working relationship with faculty
- See International Relations in practice with the opportunity to visit international institutions like the EU Headquarters in Brussels and The Hague in the Netherlands
- Be awarded a US and UK accredited degree upon successful completion of the course that will be valuable to future employers
- Small class sizes, with an average of 10 people in every class, ensuring close contact with faculty
Program Tuition Fee
Career Opportunities
We offer career support and advice through our Careers & Internships Office which will assist and guide you in your study choices to make sure you stand out from the crowd when you graduate. Through internships, you will gain business acumen, beneficial work experiences and transferable skills which will give you a competitive advantage in a fast-paced working environment. Work while you study across 5 continents through our partners Connect123 and CRCC Asia with destinations in Spain, Argentina, South Africa, China, Japan, Vietnam and Australia.
MA International Relations Career Paths
Recent alumni have found employment in government institutions, international charities and aid organisations, as well as across the private sector. Others have gone on to pursue PhD research in fields related to their MA. The MA equips students with the skills and profile to succeed in an increasingly global world.
Student Testimonials
Program delivery
Duration:
- 12 or 18 Months (Full-time)
- 2 Years (Part-time)