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PostgraduateMA

International Relations and Security

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

The MA International Relations and Security at University of Westminster, London is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding society. Based in Westminster, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. The question of security now dominates contemporary international politics. Issues such as the 'War on Terror', pre-emptive self-defence and humanitarian intervention constitute seminal international concerns that have implications for all states and all peoples. The International Relations and Security MA provides you with a detailed understanding of the nature of the contemporary security agenda, its origins, theoretical foundations and future trajectory. 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 96% student satisfaction rating, and a median graduate salary of £25,500 within three years.

What You'll Learn

International Security Theory
Contemporary Security Challenges
Conflict and Intervention in International Politics
Global Governance and International Order
State Building and Political Development
Critical Security Studies
Research Methods in International Relations
Dissertation
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry Requirements Dr Moore has led on the design and development of the education portfolio in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, ensuring that our approach to learning design is informed by interdisciplinary innovation and equality, diversity, and inclusion. Entry Requirements A minimum of a lower second class honours degree (2:2) in a related discipline in social sciences or humanities. Recognition of prior learning and experience If you have previously studied at university level, or

🗣️ 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

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💼 Employment Breakdown

55%Working
20%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
75%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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About University of Westminster, London

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