International Relations: Global Security and Development
Plymouth UniversityProgram Overview
The International Relations: Global Security and Development at Plymouth University is a MA 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 Relations: Global Security and Development 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 11,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Plymouth, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International Relations: Global Security and Development programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Core modulesIRL702Strategy and Security StudiesIRL703Critical Approaches to Global GovernanceIRL700MA Dissertation in Global Security and DevelopmentIRL701Research, Professional Skills and MethodologyOptional modulesIRL705International Relations in the Middle East: A Critical ApproachIRL704Sub-Saharan Africa in the Global Political EconomyIRL706International Relations in PracticeIRL708International Trade Policy and PoliticsIRL707Crisis Points: America in the Middle East since 1945
- IRL702Strategy and Security Studies
- IRL703Critical Approaches to Global Governance
- IRL700MA Dissertation in Global Security and Development
- IRL701Research, Professional Skills and Methodology
- IRL705International Relations in the Middle East: A Critical Approach
- IRL704Sub-Saharan Africa in the Global Political Economy
- IRL706International Relations in Practice
- IRL708International Trade Policy and Politics
- IRL707Crisis Points: America in the Middle East since 1945
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
UK/EU
You should have a second-class honours degree or equivalent, or an equivalent professional qualification. Other qualifications accompanied by substantial experience in an appropriate field may also be considered. Non-standard applications will be considered on a case by case basis.
INTERNATIONAL
Please view the country specific pages for further information regarding the equivalency of your degree. International applicants will be required to provide evidence of their English language ability, for example by achieving an IELTS score of 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in each element) or equivalent.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 11,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 11,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Plymouth 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 Plymouth University
Plymouth University
Plymouth, United Kingdom
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 12 months
