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International Relations

Liverpool Hope University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition GBP 5,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MA
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Liverpool, United Kingdom
Language English

Program Overview

The International Relations at Liverpool Hope 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 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

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: GBP 5,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Liverpool, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the International Relations programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:

  1. Policy Analyst
  2. NGO Programme Manager
  3. Researcher
  4. Social Worker
  5. Diplomat
  6. Development Consultant

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. International organisation
  2. UN peacekeeping
  3. The theory and practise of globalisation
  4. EU as an international actor
  5. Conflict resolution
  6. American foreign relations
  7. Ideas of empire: culture, politics and society
  8. Global and economic development
  9. Gender and development
  10. Politics and religion
  11. Britain and the world
  12. Liverpool, a global port city

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

  • Normally a First Class or Upper Second Class Honours Degree in history, politics, international relations or a relevant discipline (e.g. Social Sciences, Arts, Humanities and Business).
  • Applications from students who do not hold a 1st or 2:1 Honours Degree (or equivalent) will be asked to demonstrate potential to achieve a Masters award via a sample of academic writing and interview before an offer is made.
  • For students whose first language is not English there is a language requirement of IELTS 6.5 overall (reading 6, writing 6), TOEFL ibt 87, or other equivalent recognised English language qualification.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 5,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: GBP 5,900 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 4,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Liverpool Hope 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 Liverpool Hope University

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Liverpool Hope University

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Liverpool Hope University(abbreviatedLHU) is apublic universitywith campuses inLiverpool, England. ‌The university grew out of threeteacher training colleges: Saint Katharine's College (originally...

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months