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PostgraduateMA

International Relations and Democratic Politics

University of Westminster, London
Westminster, England
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1 yearDuration
£18,000Per Year (Intl)
£30,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by University of Westminster, London, the MA International Relations and Democratic Politics provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. Based in Westminster, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. The International Relations and Democratic Politics MA provides an advanced critical and comprehensive understanding of the forces shaping inter-state relations and global politics. Drawing on key theoretical interpretations of democratic politics, the course examines various principles of democratic thinking (ranging from pluralism and civil society to egalitarianism and human rights), and explores the interplay between theory and practice in old and new democracies and in processes of global governance. You'll consider various aspects of international order and politics, including the dyn... International tuition fees are £18,000 per year, home/UK fees are £10,900 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 £25,500 within three years, a 90% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Democratic Theory and Practice
International Relations: Core Theories and Debates
Global Governance and Transnational Politics
Comparative Democratic Systems
State Building and International Order
Human Rights and Global Justice
Research Methods in International Relations
Dissertation in International Relations and Democratic Politics
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.5666.56.5
PTE Academic59

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£18,000

per year

Total Course Cost (12 months)£18,000

Home Student Fee

£10,900

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees and Funding

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Westminster, London

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£24,000£30,000£32,500
3 years£18,500£24,500£28,500
5 years£22,500£29,500£35,500
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

65%Working
15%Studying
10%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
60%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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