MA International Relations in London United Kingdom | King's College London

King's College London | London United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 33,258
(c. USD44,438.34)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

Our Master's in International Relations offers an in-depth exploration of global dynamics and their impact on nations and the international system. This program examines contemporary issues like globalization, human rights, political economy, conflict, environmental challenges, and security through interdisciplinary lenses including political science, philosophy, and social theory. Learn from renowned scholars who will guide you in developing specialized research capabilities for your chosen area of study. Program highlights: Cultivate advanced analytical skills for examining international affairs while engaging with current global developments, from pandemic responses to technological revolutions and shifting geopolitical landscapes. Gain conceptual frameworks and methodological tools applicable to diverse professional settings. Develop strong communication abilities for presenting complex ideas through writing and speech, along with proficiency in information technology. Acquire transferable competencies including teamwork, leadership, independent research, time management, and decision-making. Study with distinguished faculty who produce groundbreaking research while delivering exceptional, research-driven education. Join an intellectually stimulating environment with globally diverse peers from various academic and professional backgrounds. Benefit from our unique interdisciplinary focus on conflict studies and international relations. Access exclusive networking opportunities with visiting scholars, policymakers, and practitioners through our regular lecture series. Leverage our extensive connections with international organizations, think tanks, and government institutions worldwide. Alumni have established careers across multiple sectors including government agencies, international organizations (EU, UN, NATO), NGOs, think tanks, multinational corporations, and advocacy groups like Amnesty International and Greenpeace. Our central London location provides unparalleled access to political institutions, legal centers, and international organizations. Career prospects: Graduates pursue roles in government (FCO, MOD), international bodies (EU, UN), security analysis, diplomacy, journalism, finance, and academia. Alumni positions include Threat Analyst, Political Violence Forecasting Director, NATO Research Advisor, and NGO researchers at organizations like Oxfam.


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 7.0

Qualification Requirements

Standard requirements

A minimum high 2:1 undergraduate Bachelor’s (honours) degree with a final mark of at least 65% or above

If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).

Programme-Specific Requirements

Undergraduate degree with high 2:1 honours (i.e. overall average of at least 65% across all years of study) in International Relations, War Studies, History, Political Science, Strategic Studies, Criminology, Economics, Geography, History, Law, Philosophy, Psychiatry, Psychology, Religious Studies, Social Anthropology, Sociology, Theology. Applications from students with first degree in other areas, including science, language, and journalism, are also welcome.

In order to meet the academic entry requirements for this programme you should have a minimum high 2:1 undergraduate degree with a final mark of at least 65% or above in the UK marking scheme. If you are still studying, you should be achieving an average of at least 65% or above in the UK marking scheme.

Bachelor (Honours) degree / Master of Arts (Honours) degree with Upper Second Class Honours and 65% overall from the final two years

IELTS (Academic): 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in each skill

TOEFL iBT: 100 overall with a minimum of 25 in writing and 23 in each of the other skills. 

 

Tuition GBP 33,258

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