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Join Queen Mary's vibrant research network and explore impactful policies through this rigorous MRes program. Develop essential analytical abilities, examine pressing concerns shaping today's political environment, and study groundbreaking trends in global affairs. This pre-doctoral program, offered in collaboration with the London Interdisciplinary Social Science Doctoral Training Partnership (LISS DTP), qualifies for ESRC 1+3 PhD funding, positioning the International Relations MRes as a perfect launchpad for research careers or advanced academic pursuits. The curriculum delivers a comprehensive theoretical and practical framework for understanding international relations, equipping students with expertise in both qualitative and quantitative methodologies while exploring specialized areas including conflict studies, global economic systems, and American diplomatic strategies.
Career opportunities
This degree equips you with sophisticated research techniques in both qualitative and quantitative approaches, preparing you for MPhil or PhD studies.
Throughout the program, you'll benefit from personalized academic support, customized workshops, and industry experts discussing career options in public policy and governmental roles.
Alumni have secured positions at organizations including:
British Pakistan Foundation
Infectious Media
Ministry of Energy
Nazarbayev University
Prism Data Management
The General Inspectorate of Finance
The Legal 500
Students need to have a 2:1 or above at undergraduate level in Politics or a related discipline. 
IELTS  (Academic) minimum score 7.0 overall with 6.5 in Writing and 6.0 in Listening, Reading and Speaking; TOEFL iBT: minimum score 100 overall with 24 in Writing, 19 in Reading, 18 in Listening and 21 in Speaking.