MA International Politics

We certainly live in challenging times but while some may shout, ill-informed, from the sidelines, graduates from our course will be well-positioned to analyse, diagnose and actively contribute to the resolution of the myriad of challenges that face us today.Alongside the core programme option, you also have the opportunity to choose to study specialist pathways in Sustainable Security or Political Theory and Applied Ethics to suit your personal interests and ambitions.Our MA in International Politics and its related pathways all deliver intellectually stimulating study with real-world applications. Our student focus is true to the spirit of an institution shaped by a century-old engagement with societal change and human progress.Our innovative programme structure allows you to determine which of the three possible degrees you will graduate with. You’ll be provided with expert guidance before you decide which of the following is the course for you:MA in International Politics, the programme on which all students initially register, enables you to study aspects of both Sustainable Security and Political Theory and Applied Ethics. This pathway is ideally suited to those who wish to gain a broad perspective of the challenges of today.MA in International Politics and Sustainable Security, a degree which encompasses both traditional security and conventional sustainable development concerns. The concept of sustainable security builds on the United Nation’s Agenda 2030 concerns for people, planet, prosperity, peace and partnership. As such, it addresses some of the most pressing challenges currently facing humankind.MA in International Political Theory and Applied Ethics, a degree that bridges gaps between abstract theorising and practical action. It targets moral, political and philosophical questions arising from real-world problems and delivers rigorously considered solutions that have impact on policy and practice, regionally, nationally and internationally.Whichever programme you choose, your studies will foster personal growth and a sense of social responsibility, whilst recognising the plurality of forms and directions that this may take. You will live and breathe a tradition of community spirit and intentionally challenging, unconventional thinking – twin forces that bring people together and drive true progress.

When it comes to applying for this Postgraduate Taught degree, you'll need an Undergraduate degree (or equivalent). For this course, you'll need a 2:2 in any bachelors degree. The programme is designed for graduates from any discipline with a strong interest in the foundations of this subject. If you’re an undergraduate student at Hull, you’re guaranteed a fast-track route to this postgraduate degree, as long as you meet the entry requirements. In order to ensure our students have a rich learning and student experience, most of our programmes have a mix of domestic and international students. We reserve the right to close applications early to either group if application volumes suggest that this blend cannot be achieved. This Masters course is aimed at graduates from all academic backgrounds with an interest in political theory and practice, ethical debates, and sustainable development concerns – exploring how these interact on the world stage.