MA International Relations and Comparative Politics

The MA in International Relations & Comparative Politics at the University of York is a comprehensive course that delves into the complexities of global politics and comparative government systems. Students gain in-depth knowledge about international institutions, regional integration, democratisation, state-building, and conflict resolution. The course is designed to develop critical thinking and analytical skills in understanding the core concepts of global politics.Course Content: The full-time course is for 1 year and it includes compulsory modules like International Politics, Comparative Politics, and a Dissertation. Optional modules in areas such as International Security, Global Governance, The Politics of Development, and Comparative Social Policy are also available, enhancing the practical knowledge. Key Modules: The key modules include International Politics, Comparative Politics, Foreign Policy Analysis, Political Theory, Comparative Social Policy, Research Design and Methods, among others. The capstone project is a dissertation on a topic chosen by the student, guided by a supervisor.Future Careers: Graduates of this course can look forward to careers in international organisations, government, non-governmental organisations, journalism, academia, consulting, and advocacy. The skills acquired through this course also equip students to pursue a Ph.D. in the field, opening up opportunities in research and higher academics.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page here.