International Relations with International Law - PDip, MA
University of Kent
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Develop a unique appreciation of 21st century challenges by integrating political and legal perspectives. Deepen your understanding of critical issues, including the ethics and conduct of armed conflict, human rights under authoritarian regimes, and interstate negotiations on issues like trade, climate change, and peace. You will be equipped with the knowledge to interpret events, identify trends and make informed judgments about world politics.Explore how international law shapes relations ...Read more

Develop a unique appreciation of 21st century challenges by integrating political and legal perspectives. Deepen your understanding of critical issues, including the ethics and conduct of armed conflict, human rights under authoritarian regimes, and interstate negotiations on issues like trade, climate change, and peace. You will be equipped with the knowledge to interpret events, identify trends and make informed judgments about world politics.

Explore how international law shapes relations within and between states, focusing on key concepts and real-world issues. Learn from leading experts using innovative teaching practices, like mock negotiations, crisis simulations, and interactive seminars to develop your capacity for independent thinking and incisive analysis. Our alumni, who form an international network, have used this programme as a springboard into foreign offices and diplomatic services, the UN, EU and OECD, the IRC, Amnesty International and other NGOs, as well as businesses with an international outlook.

About the School of Politics and International Relations

The School of Politics and International Relations is one of the most dynamic places to study Politics and International Relations. We combine high-quality teaching with cutting-edge research in a supportive environment that welcomes students from all over the world.

Teaching and assessment

Assessment is by coursework plus the dissertation.

Programme aims

This programme aims to:

  • provide a programme that will attract, and meet the needs of, those seeking advanced training in the disciplines of international relations and law
  • provide you with a research-active teaching environment which gives you a good grounding in the study of international relations, including its political, social, and economic aspects
  • examine how state, non-state and supra-national actors behave and interact through a dynamic appreciation of different levels of analysis

Careers

The School of Politics and International Relations has a dedicated Employability Coordinator who organises employability events within the School as well as providing students with assistance in securing graduate opportunities. Centrally, the Careers and Employability Service can help you plan for your future by providing one-to-one advice at any stage of your postgraduate studies.

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82/101
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52nd
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Maeva
23 Jan 24

Very overwhelming, too many accounts/apps, a lot all at once. Hard to meet people. After it gets a bit..Read more

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Alexander
12 Oct 23

The atmosphere from the architecture to the culture is genuinely amazing. Student Union though is always shut except at night for big events so I never get a chance to ask any of..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

A first or second class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications.

Tuition fees

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£9,800 per year

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Students from Domestic

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For students continuing on this programme fees will increase year on year by no more than RPI + 3% in each academic year of study except where regulated.

£18,600 per year

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Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

For students continuing on this programme fees will increase year on year by no more than RPI + 3% in each academic year of study except where regulated.

£18,600 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

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For students continuing on this programme fees will increase year on year by no more than RPI + 3% in each academic year of study except where regulated.

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Maeva
23 Jan 24
Very overwhelming, too many accounts/apps, a lot all at once. Hard to meet people. After it gets a bit...
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Alexander
12 Oct 23
Politics and International Relations BA (Hons)
The atmosphere from the architecture to the culture is genuinely amazing. Student Union though is always shut except at night for big events so I never get a chance to ask any of...
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