MA Politics and International Relations of the Middle East
University of Exeter
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OverviewExamine key issues in Middle Eastern domestic, regional and global politicsYou’ll develop a sophisticated understanding of international relations in the region and an awareness of the different perspectives and debates within this fieldAdd a further dynamic to your studies and take a beginner’s level course in Persian, Arabic or Kurdish languagesBenefit from direct access to academics carrying out cutting-edge research in Arab and Islamic studiesYour advanced knowledge and ...Read more

Overview

  • Examine key issues in Middle Eastern domestic, regional and global politics
  • You’ll develop a sophisticated understanding of international relations in the region and an awareness of the different perspectives and debates within this field
  • Add a further dynamic to your studies and take a beginner’s level course in Persian, Arabic or Kurdish languages
  • Benefit from direct access to academics carrying out cutting-edge research in Arab and Islamic studies
  • Your advanced knowledge and understanding of complex political and cultural issues in continually changing environments will be valued by public and private sector employers

Careers

Throughout your programme you will develop an advanced understanding and appreciation of the culture, politics and history of the Middle East which will be valued by employers in both the public and private sectors. Alongside this, you’ll gain a range of academic and professional skills including:

The ability to synthesise and comment critically on a body of academic writing and evaluate government and other relevant publications
Construct and defend a rigorous argument, both in written and oral form, using primary and secondary materials
Independent research
Organising, planning and time management

Further study

The academic skills developed on the MA Politics and International Relations of the Middle East will enable to you to pursue doctoral study. The Institute has an international profile for our pioneering regional focus on the Gulf and Arabian Peninsula and expertise in Islamic Studies providing an ideal place in which to undertake an MPhil/PhD.

Employment and professional development

Our excellent Career Zone provides invaluable support, advice and access to graduate employers. Visit the?employment and professional development?pages for more information, including podcasts and profiles,?about the range of support available.

In addition, the location of this programme within a hub of renowned academia will offer you the possibility of connections, networking opportunities, advice and guidance from others with extensive academic and career-related experience in this field.

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58/101
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11th
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14th
What students say
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21 Jan 25

While sports is extremely good at Exeter, many of the sports facilities are out dated and need to be..Read more

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Millie
10 Jan 25

Campus is beautiful although very hilly! Lots of support from teaching staff and I’ve never felt uncomfortable in a seminar, always easy to approach as well as passionate about..Read more

Modules

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Entry requirements

We are looking for graduates with a 2:1 or above in their first degree. While we normally only accept applicants who meet this criteria, if you have a 2:2 or equivalent, are coming from a different academic background which is equivalent to degree level, or have relevant work experience, we would welcome your application.

Tuition fees

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£12,000 per year

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Students from Domestic

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£24,300 per year

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Students from EU

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£24,300 per year

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21 Jan 25
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Campus is beautiful although very hilly! Lots of support from teaching staff and I’ve never felt uncomfortable in a seminar, always easy to approach as well as passionate about...
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