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PostgraduateMA

International Relations and Comparative Politics

University of York
York, England
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1 yearDuration
£26,900Per Year (Intl)
£12,000Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by University of York, the MA International Relations and Comparative Politics provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. Based in York, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Never has global politics been as complex as today, with so many fast-moving parts and events. In a world of 8 billion people and over 200 countries, approaches and perspectives on various global issues are very diverse. Learn how the global politics of trade, migration, health, sustainable development, conflict, and new global security challenges is perceived, responded to and shaped in various regions, from Europe and Asia to Africa and Latin America. International tuition fees are £26,900 per year, home/UK fees are £12,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £27,500 within three years, and a 95% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

International Relations Theory and Practice
Comparative Political Systems and Governance
Global Political Economy and Trade
International Security and Conflict Studies
Transnational Issues: Migration
Health and Development
Regional Politics: Europe
Asia
Africa and Latin America
Research Methods in International Relations
Dissertation in International Relations and Comparative Politics
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic61

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£26,900

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£26,900

Home Student Fee

£12,000

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

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💼 Employment Breakdown

60%Working
40%Work & Study
90%Professional Jobs
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About University of York

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