Masters Achievement Scholarships
Durham University · Postgraduate
- Available to all international students
- For postgraduate study
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The MA Politics and International Relations of the Middle East at Durham University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding society. Based in Durham, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time structure. Course details Immerse yourself in debates about international politics, international organisations and how they influence relationships between nations. The MA in Politics and International Relations of the Middle East will equip you with the skills to challenge conventional thinking and analyse your own views about some of the present-day challenges in the Middle East and North African region. The course provides a rigorous, research-driven, interdisciplinary approach to studying the contemporary Middle East and North Africa (MENA). International tuition fees are £28,750 per year, home/UK fees are £15,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 98% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £34,000 within three years, a 100% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
| Postgraduate Requirement | 2:1 |
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
International Student Fee
£28,750
per year
Home Student Fee
£15,000
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
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Durham University · Postgraduate
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Durham University · Postgraduate
Durham University · Postgraduate

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