Queen Mary University of London
International Relations MA
Queen Mary University of London

Course modalities offered

Key Course Facts

Course Description

This programme can be studied part-time as MA, Postgraduate Diploma (PGDip) or Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert). The PGDip and PGCert are shorter taught versions of the masters programme. They don’t require a dissertation but provide you with masters-level content.

Why study International Relations?

  • What are the main characteristics of the international order?

  • How has globalisation changed international relations?

  • To what extent is the international order based on conflict or cooperation?

  • How is the global financial crisis affecting international politics?

  • Do foreign military interventions in civil wars help or hinder peace-making?

  • Why are economic resources so unevenly spread across the world, and what are the prospects for global justice?

If you are interested in these questions and are excited at the prospect of exploring them with like-minded individuals, but your circumstances or commitments make it difficult for you to attend university, then our online International Relations MA is for you.

The programme offers challenging and thought-provoking modules to help you formulate your answers, and a lively, intelligent group of students and academics with which to debate and exchange ideas.

What to expect Want to know more? Here’s a brief summary of what you can expect if you decide to study with Queen Mary Online:

  • Modules taught by academics at the cutting-edge of their fields, involved in contributing to the international understanding of the subject

  • Opportunities to develop the skills and knowledge to think, talk and write critically about contemporary international challenges

  • Firm foundation for further study

  • Focus on traditional and current challenges in international relations in conjunction with emerging areas of interest in the developing world

  • Discussions on the historical significance of globalisation and how it relates to a number of key issues in international relations.

  • The diversity of our staff and students makes Queen Mary a great place to study international relations.

Entry Requirements / Admissions

Get advice on which foundation courses are best for you to still study International Relations, MA, if you do not meet the minimum requirements in terms of UCAS score, A levels, or English language requirements.

Costs

Average student cost of living in London

Rent £518
Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) £50
Supermarket shopping £81
Clothing £35
Eating out £33
Alcohol £27
Takeaways / food deliveries £30
Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) £24
Holidays and weekend trips £78
Transport within city £17
Self-care / sports £20
Stationary / books £13
Mobile phone / internet £13
Cable TV / streaming £7
Insurance £51
Other £95
  
Average student cost of living £1092

London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.

University Rankings

Positions of Queen Mary University of London in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of Queen Mary University of London in related subject specific rankings.

Social Studies & Humanities

    • #31 
    • #201 
    Social Sciences
    THE World University Rankings by Subject
    [Published 26 October, 2022]
    • #27 
    • #209 
    Social Sciences
    NTU Rankings by Subject
    [Published 11 July, 2023]

See all 31 university rankings of Queen Mary University of London

About Queen Mary University of London

Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) was founded in 1989 in the Mile End district of London. This Russell Group University offers state-of-the-art facilities, including their Advanced Molecular Imaging Services, and the Genome Centre for DNA research at Barts and the London School of Medicine, among numerous others for a wide variety of subject matters. QMUL is without a doubt an excellent option for any student wishing to pursue a career path in scientific research, and is recognised worldwide as such.

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Student composition of Queen Mary University of London

undergraduates:
17055
postgraduates:
8035
Total:
25090
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