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PostgraduateMA

International Relations and Security

Birmingham City University
Birmingham, England
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1 yearDuration
£11,385Per Year (Intl)
£1,150Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MA International Relations and Security at Birmingham City University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding society. Based in Birmingham, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. The International Relations and Security course explores issues of power, governance, security, decision-making, conflict, and cooperation across the globe. Students develop knowledge and high-level skills that equip them for success in their careers. The course provides knowledge and critical understanding of communities and states facing challenges such as migration, terrorism, state violence, climate change and social inequalities. International tuition fees are £11,385 per year, home/UK fees are £1,150 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating.

What You'll Learn

Global Security Challenges and Threats
International Relations Theory and Practice
Conflict
Cooperation and Diplomacy
Governance and State Power in the Global System
Migration
Development and Global Inequality
Terrorism and Transnational Security
Research Methods in International Relations
Geopolitics and Regional Security Dynamics
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic59

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£11,385

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£11,385

Home Student Fee

£1,150

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Salary data is not yet available for this course.

💼 Employment Breakdown

90%Working
10%Work & Study
85%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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