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International Relations MA

University of Sheffield

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    The University of Sheffield - Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

On this course you'll expand your understanding of contemporary international relations. You will investigate how the global order is constituted, the ways in which it functions, and whether it might be under strain.Throughout your studies you will about key concepts and theories that will help you address the following questions:Who are the key actors in international relations and how do they shape the context in which a range of urgent global challenges are identifiable?How do states, their people, and global governance bodies influence international politics?Why has the world order evolved in apparently less politically and ecologically stable ways in recent years?Where should we look to try to make sense of global politics, and whose perspectives and interpretations should we privilege?What critical theories and concepts can help us make better sense of a changing world that conventional ones seem increasingly unable to explain?The MA International Relations degree attracts a hugely diverse student body. Some may have already studied politics and international relations previously, whereas others may have little academic experience in the subject but wish to better understand the evolution of global politics.Students come from all sorts of different backgrounds, and this really is evident in the classroom. You'll be encouraged to share your knowledge and experience, and the varied perspectives help to produce fruitful and lively discussions in seminars.

Application deadline

04/09/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 26,320per year

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

University information

University of Sheffield

University of Sheffield

  • University League Table

    13th

  • Campus address

    The University of Sheffield - Main Site, Western Bank, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S10 2TN, United Kingdom

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With 28,000 students from over 150 countries, Sheffield is a diverse, welcoming city that's celebrated for its safety, strong sense of community, and culture.
The university offers a range of scholarships for international students.
Ranked in the UK top 20 (Complete University Guide 2025), Sheffield is a leading university for research and teaching.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Politics

    11th out of 77 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 197
    149 76%

    18th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    73.0 73%

    24th

    17

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.23 81%

    21st

    20

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