Course Overview
Offered by University of Winchester, the MA Politics and International Relations provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. Based in Winchester, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. Politics and International Relations at Winchester examines government and society at the local, regional and global level, enabling you to critically evaluate key issues and debates that are of vital importance in our ever-changing world. In order to understand contemporary international politics, you will explore government and society from the perspective of state organisations, non-state bodies, and international institutions and groups. You will consider a variety of relevant contemporary topics including, but not limited to, war and conflict; climate change; trade and finance; the ris... International tuition fees are £17,450 per year, home/UK fees are £9,550 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 83% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £22,500 within three years, a 90% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Typical offer A first or second-class honours degree Entry requirements UK International A first or second-class honours degree Normally a first or second-class Honours degree or relevant professional experience. If English is not your first language: IELTS 6.0 (including 5.5 in academic writing) or equivalent. Course enquiries and applications Send us a message Normally a first or second-class Honours degree or relevant professional experience. If English is not your first language: IELTS 6.0 ( |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£17,450
per year
Home Student Fee
£9,550
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Winchester
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £24,000 | £26,500 | £31,500 |
| 3 years | £18,500 | £22,500 | £28,000 |
| 5 years | £21,000 | £27,000 | £32,500 |
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💼 Employment Breakdown
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