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International Politics (Global Justice and Ethics) MA

Newcastle University

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Newcastle University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    16-SEP-24

  • Duration

    12 months

Course summary

Overview

This International Politics master's investigates central issues of global justice. This includes:

  • the debate between relativism and universalism
  • the foundation and content of human rights
  • responses to global poverty and inequality
  • cosmopolitan democracy
  • environmental justice

Along with a greater understanding, you'll learn to think critically about these issues.

The course is taught by influential political theorists and philosophers. We offer rigorous training in:

  • global justice and human rights
  • international relations theory
  • theories and approaches to the study of politics

This helps you to develop the specialist knowledge and research skills from which to embark upon a career with a significant international dimension. You could also pursue a postgraduate research degree in global justice and ethics studies.

What you'll learn

You gain advanced knowledge and understanding of:

  • global justice and human rights
  • theories of ethics
  • war
  • terror and peace
  • international and regional studies

You also develop:

  • knowledge of the more important approaches and methods in social science research and the techniques required to carry out advanced research
  • theoretical and practical research skills, including the synthesis of materials from a variety of primary and secondary sources

Our Careers Service

Our award-winning Careers Service is one of the largest and best in the country, and we have strong links with employers. We provide an extensive range of opportunities to all students through our ncl+ initiative.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 24,100per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

Newcastle University

  • University League Table

    30th

  • Campus address

    Newcastle University, King’s Gate, Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland, NE1 7RU, England

Newcastle University is a global leader in ageing and health, data, cities and place, one planet, culture and creative arts.
Degree programmes are shaped by strong links with national and international businesses with opportunities for professional accreditation and placements.
Dedicated teams support students during application, before arrival and as they settle into life in the UK.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    25th out of 109 2

    29th out of 47 14

    33rd out of 80 3

  • Entry standards

    / Max 220
    158 71%

    24th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    82.0 82%

    14th

    13
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.69 74%

    79th

    1
  • Entry standards

    / Max 212
    141 67%

    25th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    52.0 52%

    37th

    15
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.63 73%

    43rd

    9
  • Entry standards

    / Max 219
    148 69%

    25th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    65.0 65%

    44th

    2
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.63 73%

    70th

    5

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