CareerFit CourseFinderInternational Relations
- Course code
- F94
- Level
- —
- Award
- Degree - Masters at UK Level 7
- Classification
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- Awarding body
- Open University
- Duration
- 2 years part-time study. How long it takes Most students study the MA in International Relations part-time, completing 90 credits a year over two years. Typically, this means 20–25 study hours each week. You must complete the MA in International Relations within 10 years.
Programme summary
This masters degree will equip you with the tools to understand and analyse a range of contemporary global issues.
Entry requirements
You must hold a UK honours degree or equivalent to be accepted for the MA in International Relations. A degree in International Relations, International Studies or a closely related subject would be ideal. If your degree is not in International Relations, you will be required to show some knowledge of the subject and the study skills expected of a graduate in this field. You should be aware that a degree of at least 2.1 or equivalent will greatly increase your chances of successfully completing the MA. Your spoken and written English must be of an adequate standard for postgraduate study. If English is not your first language, we recommend that you will need a minimum score of 6.5 under the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). Please see the IELTS website for details. If you’re not sure whether your English skills are good enough, there is some help and guidance at our Skills for OU Study website.
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