The MA International Relations at the University of Hertfordshire offers you a contemporary and critical insight into the complex dynamics of global politics, preparing you for impactful careers in a world shaped by significant events. You will explore pressing issues such as conflict, peace, security, international political economy, and environmental politics, developing a sophisticated understanding of the forces that govern international affairs. This postgraduate degree is ideal for those seeking to build advanced research and communication skills applicable to government, non-governmental organisations, or further academic study.
You will study this Masters Degree full-time on campus over one year, engaging with compulsory modules like 'Governing the International' and 'Conflict, Peace and Security', alongside optional subjects such as 'Justice in International Relations' or 'Geopolitics'. Your learning will be supported by expert staff and culminate in a significant International Relations Dissertation, allowing you to conduct in-depth research on a topic of your choice. You will graduate with the analytical expertise and critical perspective necessary to pursue diverse professional pathways in international affairs and policy-making.