Program Overview
The International Relations at University of Bristol 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 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 15,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,300 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Bristol, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the International 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 Political Economy
- International Security
- Theories of International Relations
- Conflict, Security and Development
- Gender and Development
- Managing and Evaluating Development
- Development Skills in Practice
- Environmental Politics
- Governing the Global Borderlands
- Masculinities and IR
- Foreign Policy Analysis
- Research Methods
- Military and militarisation
- Discourse Analysis
- US Security Policy
- International Human Rights
- Sino-US relations in global politics
- Politics of Genocide
- Japan and East Asia
- East Asia, Europe and Global Integration
- Care, Labour and Gender: International Policy Development
- IR of China
- European Foreign Policy
- Religion and Politics
- Understanding Risk
- The Politics of Insecurity
- Nuclear insecurity
- Theories of Violence
- Global Transitions: Power, Hegemony, and the Ordering of the Global Political Economy
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
An upper second-class honours degree (or equivalent qualification). Degrees from all disciplines are considered. In exceptional cases we will consider offering Diploma entry, aiming for upgrade to MSc, for applicants with a lower second-class honours degree.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 15,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,300 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 15,500 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,300 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Bristol 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 University of Bristol
University of Bristol
Bristol, United Kingdom
University of Bristol is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2031-07-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months