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International Relations

Leeds Beckett University
Information last verified July 2026
Tuition GBP 6,667 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 3,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree Postgraduate Diploma
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Leeds, United Kingdom
Language English

Program Overview

The International Relations at Leeds Beckett University is a Postgraduate Diploma 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. Tuition: GBP 6,667 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 3,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Leeds, 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. Theories of International Relations
  2. Developing and Managing Projects
  3. Theorising Human Rights
  4. The European Union as a Global Actor

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Applicants should either have at least a second class honours degree in the cognate subjects of Sociology, Politics, Economics, Philosophy, Religious Studies, Human Geography, History, Business Studies, Criminology, Journalism, Media Studies, Anthropology, Education Studies, Peace Studies, European Studies, International Political Economy, Social Work, Law, Social Sciences, Social Policy, Development Studies, Events Management, Marketing, Security Studies or International Relations, at least a second class honours degree in a non-cognate subject supported by evidence of an aptitude for the subject applied for, or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 6,667 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 3,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: GBP 6,667 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 3,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 6

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact Leeds Beckett 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 Leeds Beckett University

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Leeds Beckett University

Leeds, United Kingdom

Leeds Beckett University(LBU), formerly known asLeeds Metropolitan University(LMU) and before that asLeeds Polytechnic, is apublic universityinLeeds,West Yorkshire, England. It has campuses in...

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months