The Sporting Excellence Scholarship
University of Reading · Postgraduate
- Available to all international students
- Open to your course

Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the MA International Relations and Diplomacy at University of Reading. Based in Reading, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Make sense of the complex and contested nature of international politics and diplomatic interactions. Our MA International Relations and Diplomacy will equip you with the theoretical ideas and empirical knowledge required to understand the fundamental forces shaping global politics. You'll gain the ability to both appreciate broad trends, such as the re-emergence of war and the conditions that sustain peace, and think critically about particular issues. International tuition fees are £26,450 per year, home/UK fees are £12,050 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 80% student satisfaction rating, and 90% of graduates in employment or further study.
| Postgraduate Requirement | 2:2 |
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 69 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
International Student Fee
£26,450
per year
Home Student Fee
£12,050
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £25,000 | £27,500 | £31,500 |
| 3 years | £23,500 | £31,000 | £37,500 |
| 5 years | £30,000 | £40,000 | £53,500 |
Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
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University of Reading · Postgraduate

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