International Politics  MA

Overview

At the heart of contemporary international politics are new challenges to enduring problems. Increasing concerns such as poverty, terrorism, conflict, human rights, economic development, health, and the global environment, make the study of international politics a unique and exciting challenge.

City's International Politics MA provides you with an opportunity to examine and critically evaluate issues of the contemporary world.

It covers the area of international politics, both theory and practice, including development and globalisation, civil society and social movements, history and religion, global political economy, governance and international institutions, security studies and foreign policy.

Course Fees:

  • Full-time EU: £8,000
  • Part-time EU: £4,500
  • Full-time Non EU: £12,000

Start Date:

Induction will be taking place in the week commencing Monday 24 September 2012.

How to Apply

Entry Requirements

You should have or expect to gain a first or upper second class honours degree in politics, the social sciences or humanities.

However, we will also consider applications from students with a degree in any other subject where applicants have gained significant professional experience in a related field of employment or research.

Other Suitable Qualifications

INTO Postgraduate Preparation Programmes

If you do not qualify for direct entry, INTO City University London offers academic preparation programmes which focus on the skills you need. Successful completion to the required standard of the Graduate Diploma in Business, Law and Social Science at INTO City University London means guaranteed progression to this degree. 

Kaplan International College (KIC) London

Additionally, the University works in partnership with KIC London to provide preparatory courses for international students.  Foundation and Pre Masters courses at KIC London offer comprehensive support to students including regular one-to-one tuition. Progression to the University is guaranteed if you complete the KIC London course at the required level.

English Requirements

If your first language is not English one of the following qualifications is also required:

• IELTS: an overall score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 for each subtest
• TOEFL: a score of 600 minimum (computer score 250,
internet score 100)
• Cambridge ESOL CPE (Certificate of Proficiency in English) at Grade C or above.

INTO English Language Programmes

If you need to improve your English language skills before you enter this course, INTO City University London offers a range of English language courses. These intensive and flexible courses are designed to improve your English ability for entry to this degree.

Please click the links below for more information:

Visa Requirements

The way that you apply may vary depending on the length of your course at City, there are different rules for:

  • Students on courses of more than 6 months
  • Students on courses of less than 6 months
  • Students on a pre-sessional English Language course

For more information see our main Visa page.

When and Where

Start Date:
Induction will be taking place in the week commencing Monday 24 September 2012.
Duration:
Full-time - one year
Part-time - two years (with an additional three months to submit dissertation, if required)

Full-time students will normally attend for two or three days a week for both the first and second academic terms. Full time students will take three modules per term, plus a dissertation over the summer term/period.

Part-time students will normally attend for one or two days each week for two years. Part-time students will take three modules in each of their two years, plus a dissertation in the summer of their second year.

In the first year they must take the core module 'Governing Global Politics' and are also strongly recommended to complete the core module 'Theories of International Politics'. In their second year they must take the remaining core module 'International Politics Research Workshop'.

Course Content

The modules listed below provide you with the opportunity to examine and critically evaluate issues of the contemporary world.

 

Course Structure

You take six taught modules (three core and three elective), plus a dissertation.

Core modules

Elective modules

Choose three from:


Media-related modules - you may be able to choose one of the following modules, but spaces are limited:

The above-listed modules may be subject to change before or during the course of your studies. The modules on offer may vary from year to year depending on staff availability and student demand.

Teaching and Assessment

Teaching

You will be taught through a mixture of lectures, seminars, student presentations and practical workshops. Teaching is supported by a personal tutorial and supervision system and a general lecture series with outside speakers (both professional and academic). You will complete six taught modules, made up of a mixture of compulsory core and elective options. You will also take part in a dissertation workshop and produce your dissertation over the summer period.

Assessment

Each taught module is assessed by a 4,000-word essay. There are no examinations. Your final MA marks are derived from a combination of your essay and dissertation grades. You are required to submit a dissertation of 15,000 words in an area linked to the MA degree. Your dissertation topic will be agreed with your personal tutor/supervisor.

Sample Course Materials

If you are new to the subject, you might like to look at:

  • Robert Jackson and Georg Sorenson, "Introduction to International Relations: Theories and Approaches" (Oxford University Press, 2007)
  • Hedley Bull, "The Anarchical Society" (various editions)
  • Nick Bisley, "Rethinking Globalization" (Palgrave, 2007)
  • Joseph Stiglitz, "Globalization and its Discontents" (Penguin, 2002)

Fees

  • Full-time EU: £8,000
  • Part-time EU: £4,500
  • Full-time Non EU: £12,000
Please note that, for part-time courses, the tuition fee is likely to increase by a small percentage in subsequent years.

Funding

For up-to-date information about tuition fees, living costs and financial support, visit Undergraduate Fees and Finance or Postgraduate Fees and Finance.

Career Prospects

The skills of International Politics graduates are of direct relevance to a wide range of professions including those in teaching, research, civil service, media communications, journalism, international organisations, NGOs, international finance and the private sector.

80% of City's 2009 International Politics graduates were in employment or further study 6 months after graduation.

About the School and Department

School of Social Sciences

Department of International Politics

Find out more about City University London

Application Deadline

There is no fixed application deadline. Applications will close when the course is full, so you are encouraged to apply early.

MA International Politics

To apply you will need to submit:

  • An application form (either electronically or by post)
  • Two academic references
  • Degree transcripts
  • Proof of English proficiency (if you are not a native English speaker, or someone who has not been taught in English for their first degree subject)

If you have work experience in a relevant field, a work reference can replace one of the academic references.

Apply Online (Full-time)

Apply Online (Part-time)

 If you would like to request an application pack (containing an application form, reference forms and programme information) then please email your name, address and the name of the programme to Luke Bartrop.

The application form and reference form can also be downloaded via the following link:

 Download a PDF version of the application form (pdf)

Download a PDF version of the reference form (pdf)

Return the completed form to:

Luke Bartrop
School of Social Sciences
City University London
Northampton Square
London EC1V 0HB