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PostgraduateMaster of Research

Geopolitics, Development, Security and Justice

Royal Holloway, University of London
Egham, England
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1 yearDuration
£24,500Per Year (Intl)
£12,000Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MRes Geopolitics, Development, Security and Justice at Royal Holloway, University of London is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about advancing human performance. Based in Egham, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. Interest in issues of sustainable development, environmental justice, and geopolitics and security has never been so intense, as recognised by the investment in so-called ‘global challenges’ research. The MRes in Geopolitics, Development, Security and Justice is especially suited for students looking to progress to PhD study in these areas. It combines core concepts with intensive research methods training in the form of a long-form dissertation that is ideal preparation for further postgraduate study including PhD programs. International tuition fees are £24,500 per year, home/UK fees are £12,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 92% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £26,000 within three years, a 100% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Geopolitical Theory and Practice
Development and Global Inequality
Security Studies: Concepts and Frameworks
Environmental Justice and Sustainability
Research Methods in Human Geography
Advanced Qualitative Research Design
Dissertation Project
Geopolitics
Development
Security and Justice Seminars
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic61

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£24,500

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£24,500

Home Student Fee

£12,000

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

59%Working
11%Studying
12%Work & Study
6%Seeking Work
44%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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