MA International Relations
University of York
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There has never been a more exciting and important time to study world politics. Changes to the world order, economic protectionism, the rise of the global south, terrorism, international conflict and nuclear tensions are just some of the issues that highlight how the complexity of international politics affects the lives of billions. This course will enable you to understand contemporary international events, their causes and repercussions in great depth, through theoretical debates – and how ...Read more

There has never been a more exciting and important time to study world politics. Changes to the world order, economic protectionism, the rise of the global south, terrorism, international conflict and nuclear tensions are just some of the issues that highlight how the complexity of international politics affects the lives of billions. This course will enable you to understand contemporary international events, their causes and repercussions in great depth, through theoretical debates – and how those debates resonate in distinct issue areas and contexts.

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Thomas
26 Feb 24

The Student support, especially around helping to afford accommodation- most people did not get any of their first choices for colleges and have ended up in more expensive..Read more

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20 Feb 24

The best aspects are student support services, they are truly amazing, would be amazing if there were more spaces to study like quiet zones except the library. All great ones are..Read more

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2:2 or equivalent. We are willing to consider applicants with lower qualifications, particularly if you have high marks in relevant modules and/or appropriate professional experience. Additional information may be requested.

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£11,200 per year

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£25,900 per year

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T
Thomas
26 Feb 24
Politics with International Relations - BA (Hons)
The Student support, especially around helping to afford accommodation- most people did not get any of their first choices for colleges and have ended up in more expensive...
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Viktoriia
20 Feb 24
International Relations - BA (Hons)
The best aspects are student support services, they are truly amazing, would be amazing if there were more spaces to study like quiet zones except the library. All great ones are...
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University of York
Heslington York YO10 5DD United Kingdom
Nearest train station: York  1.1 miles away

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