International Financial and Political Relations
Loughborough UniversityProgram Overview
The International Financial and Political Relations at Loughborough University is a MSc programme in Social Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the International Financial and Political Relations programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 16,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 7,250 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Loughborough, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Financial and Political Relations programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- International Relations Theory
- The Financial System; Globalisation: Key Debates and Issues
- Doing Global Research
- International Politics: Issues and Policies
- Comparative Foreign Policy: Issues and Cases
- Banking and Financial Markets
- Dissertation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Lower Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
An honours degree (good 2:2 of 55% or above) or equivalent overseas qualification in geography or other social sciences/humanities discipline.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 16,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 7,250 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 16,100 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; GBP 7,250 (Tuition (Full programme)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Loughborough University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Loughborough University
Loughborough University
Charnwood, United Kingdom
Loughborough University is a top-tier public research university located in the East Midlands market town of Loughborough, Leicestershire, England. Renowned globally for its unparalleled sporting...
University Profile- Start Date Oct, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
