A postgraduate degree from the School of Politics and International Relations can equip you with transferrable skills sought after in the job market such as critical reading, oral and written communication.
Our graduates go on to work for both private and public sector, national and international governmental organisations. Tailored careers support is available to you during and up to two years after you graduate. This includes access to Careers Consultants and Student Employability Advisors for career planning, application and CV writing, interview practice and more.
International Relations MA and MRes
The International Relations programme who may not have necessarily studied it at undergraduate level but are looking to pursue a career in the international field. It offers students professional skills development - including advance critical thinking, analytical, debating, communication and time management skills.
You will complete the programme with a rich and fully developed set of analytical skills and knowledge that allow you to think, talk and write critically about contemporary international issues, as well as building a firm foundation for further study. It is an approved pathway for the ESRC 1+3 PhD funding, which is ideal for those thinking of pursuing a PhD.
>> Read the alumni profile of Filotas-Georgios Niarchos (MA International Relations and Politics, 2016)
International Business and Politics MSc
Students will enhance a range of transferable skills notably critical reading, oral and written communication. They can develop organizational skills by initiating and leading group discussions in lively seminars and debates
International Public Policy MSc
This programme is ideal for those looking to work in public policy. The core modules give students an understanding of theories of the policy-making process while enabling students to apply those insights to practical case-studies of policy formulation and implementation in the real world. The modules will also provide students with background on the key traditions and approaches to public administration and policy-making in countries around the world, both developing and developed countries.
MA International Relations (Paris)
Students on this programme can take advantage of the location, which means they are close to international organisations based in and around Paris. The programme is taught in English but students have the opportunity to learn French alongside their studies which is an asset to those seeking to work internationally.
>> Read the alumni profile of Alexandra Millman (MA International Relations - Paris, 2020), (MA International Relations and Politics, 2016)