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Queen's University of Belfast

  • Public University, Estd 1810
  • Belfast, Northern Ireland
  • 51 Courses

Master of Arts in International Relations

  • Course LevelPostgraduate
  • Course Duration1 Year
  • IntakeFall: September 2025

Course Description

  • This program provides a foundation in the academic discipline of International Relations and the array of ‘real world’ practices and problems that produce world politics
  • Students will learn to examine, explain and understand the issues and processes that makeup the world
  • This program aims to provide high-quality methodological and research design training needed to conduct independent research projects to an academically accredited standard
  • Students will be able to balance engagement with core content in the field of International Relations with active development of their own areas of specialism
  • Graduates will be equipped with the skills and knowledge to excel in the workplace

Start Dates and Fees

Course fees are indicative and should be viewed as an estimate. Connect with a counsellor to get an accurate figure for your course fees!

Duration1 Year
1st Year Tuition FeesGBP 18200
Intake
Intake
Fall: September 2025
Other Costs
Accommodation :5720.00
Books :520.00
Food :2600.00
Personal Expenses :2080.00
Transportation :260.00
Total :GBP 11180

Entry Requirements

Academic Requirements

Normally a 2.1 Honors degree or above, or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in a Social Sciences, Humanities or Arts subject, or a 2.1 Honors degree or above, or equivalent qualification acceptable to the University in any subject with relevant professional experience

Additional Requirements
  • Official transcripts
  • English language proficiency tests should have been obtained within two years of the start date of the program/course

English Language Requirements
  • IELTS : 6.50
    With no component below 5.5
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  • Course LevelPostgraduate
  • SpecializationSocial Science
  • Course Duration1 Year
  • 1st Year Tuition FeesGBP 18200
  • Intake
    Fall: September 2025
  • Application FeesGBP 20
  • Exam Score
    IELTS 6.50
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