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University of Bradford
International Relations and Security Studies
Study detals
: Master's degree : MA (Hons) International Relations and Security Studies : Full time : 12 MonthRequirements
Entry requirements
The entry requirement for a postgraduate taught course is typically equivalent to a UK Second Class Honours Second Division (2:2).
The table below shows how the University equates qualifications from your country to UK degree classifications
| Qualification | UK 1st Class | UK 2:1 | UK 2:2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor degree | 4.5/5.0 or 81% |
4.0/5.0 or 71% |
3.5/5.0 or 66% |
| Specialist Diploma |
4.5/5.0 |
4.0/5.0 or 71% |
3.5/5.0 or 66% |
Speciality
Pathways Available: Pre-Master's
Sandwich course fees - charged during the placement year away from the University of Bradford for students on thick sandwich courses, or during the year in which the second placement falls for students on thin sandwich courses. Students charged at 10% of the equivalent full-time fee.
If a placement year is to be undertaken abroad and supported by University funding through the University’s exchange programmes, fees will increase to 15% of standard fees to cover additional support, advice and administration costs.
Additional information
Degree Overview
The new MA in International Relations and Security Studies explores themes of peace and conflict studies, including:
- war, violence and security-building between and within states and regions
- tackling WMD, conventional arms proliferation, political violence and terrorism
- development and operation of international and regional institutions
- past and present transnational challenges in international and regional diplomacy
- contemporary global challenges such as environmental degradation, trafficking/crime and migration
You will develop an advanced academic and policy relevant understanding of international relations and security, along with analytical skills that are in high demand within institutional politics, NGO and lobbying organisations.
You will have the opportunity to take specialist pathways, including specialising in selected regions (Europe, Africa, MENA, Asia, or Latin America and the Caribbean), with opportunities for selected study visits, or take thematic specialisms including international governance, modern diplomacy, security studies, or political violence and terrorism.
