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PostgraduateMA

International Relations (Distance Learning)

University of Portsmouth
Portsmouth, England
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2 yearsDuration
£4,850Per Year (Intl)
£31,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MA International Relations (Distance Learning) at University of Portsmouth is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding society. Based in Portsmouth, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time structure. Overview Explore the complexities of contemporary world affairs on this MA International Relations, which you can study full-time or part-time alongside work or military service via distance learning. You'll delve into the issues central to national and international security and conflict, including terrorism and political violence, weapons of mass destruction (WMD), and the impact of social movements, political resistance, cyber activism and rebellion. With access to the entire course online, you'll learn how to challenge conventional thinking, develop your own perspectives, and take ... International tuition fees are £4,850 per year, home/UK fees are £4,850 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £24,000 within three years, a 95% continuation rate, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

International Relations Theory and Practice
Global Security and Conflict Analysis
Terrorism
Political Violence and Counterterrorism
Weapons of Mass Destruction and Proliferation
Civil Society
Social Movements and Political Resistance
Cyber Security and Digital Activism
Research Methods and Advanced Analysis
Dissertation in International Relations
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry requirements September 2026/ January 2027 start Close all UK qualifications Qualifications or experience A minimum of a second-class honours degree in Politics, International Relations, Peace Studies, Sociology, History, or another relevant subject.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic65————

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£4,850

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£9,700

Home Student Fee

£4,850

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

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Portsmouth

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£25,500£31,000£33,000
3 years£20,000£25,500£31,000
5 years£25,000£31,000£40,000
Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15-03-01). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

80%Working
5%Studying
10%Work & Study
95%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About University of Portsmouth

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