History and International Relations MA (Hons)
University of Dundee
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Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)

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Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)

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We teach social, cultural, and political history from the early modern period through to the present day, focusing in particular on the British Isles, Europe, the Americas, Africa, and India.Our emphasis is very much on doing history. Youll use primary sources from the very beginning of your studies, and analyse various kinds of historical evidence, including written and oral materials, maps, visual images, feature films, art, and music.You will consider how the use of sources and media ...Read more

We teach social, cultural, and political history from the early modern period through to the present day, focusing in particular on the British Isles, Europe, the Americas, Africa, and India.Our emphasis is very much on 'doing history'. You'll use primary sources from the very beginning of your studies, and analyse various kinds of historical evidence, including written and oral materials, maps, visual images, feature films, art, and music.You will consider how the use of sources and media representations inform our reconstructions of the past. You will reflect critically on key debates in history, looking at how they have developed over time, and how they have shaped our understanding of the world. You will also learn how historians 'make' history, and evaluate their roles in today's public life, media, and the heritage industry.International Relations is the process by which two or more nations work together to establish trade links and how they interact politically, culturally, and economically. Conflict, cooperation, and the increased significance of non-state actors are all hallmarks of the world today. We aim to help you develop skills and tools to make sense of these complex interrelationships.

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CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
50th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
51st
History
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 100 = 0% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
0%
Employment rate
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80%
Politics
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 100 = 0% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
0%
Employment rate
Employment rate
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95%
Average salary
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Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Politics graduate salary at this uni
£18,000
UK Politics graduate salary
£18,000
What students say
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Linda
01 Mar 23

Initially I only chose Dundee because I live close but I've been pleasantly surprised. Campus is in a very suitable location for commuters especially and it's safe. I have never..Read more

SR
Student Reviewer
23 Mar 22

Best part of my university experience is definitely the night life and the people I met pre-covid. Since covid hit everything has went down hill from good quality student nights..Read more

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Entry requirements

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A level

A level:

BCC - BBB Grades / Points required

Scottish Higher:

BBBC - AABB Grades / Points required

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

30 Grades / Points required

Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

H2,H2,H3,H3 Grades / Points required

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

DDM Grades / Points required

Scottish HNC:

Pass Grades / Points required

Scottish HND:

Pass Grades / Points required

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30 points overall with 5, 5, 5 at Higher Level

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A relevant BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma with DDM

A relevant HNC with B in the Graded Unit

A relevant HND with BB in the Graded Units

Popular A-level subjects

History

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

History
45%
Psychology
38%
English Literature
30%
Biology
28%
Mathematics
17%
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Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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£1,820 per year

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Students from Scotland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Northern Ireland

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this is subject to change. Please confirm the most up to date fee with the individual institution.

£9,250 per year

This information comes from UCAS, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this is subject to change.

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Latest reviews

Latest International Relations reviews

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L
Linda
01 Mar 23
International Relations and Politics MA (Hons)
Initially I only chose Dundee because I live close but I've been pleasantly surprised. Campus is in a very suitable location for commuters especially and it's safe. I have never...
Read more
SR
Student Reviewer
23 Mar 22
International Relations and Politics MA (Hons)
Best part of my university experience is definitely the night life and the people I met pre-covid. Since covid hit everything has went down hill from good quality student nights...
Read more
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University of Dundee
Nethergate Dundee Dundee, City Of DD1 4HN United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Dundee  0.2 miles away

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