The University of Edinburgh
International Relations and International Law MA (Hons)
The University of Edinburgh

Key Course Facts

Student Reviews

Below you can see course specific reviews for 25 graduates of International Relations and International Law MA (Hons) at The University of Edinburgh for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in .

Overall student satisfaction
52 /100
25 total respondents
The NSS is commissioned by the Office for Students

Salary

Salary of Graduates in Politics & International Relations

Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £25000 £26000 £33500
25-75 percentile range £20500 - £28000 £20000 - £32000 £26000 - £43500


Salary of all UK Graduates of Politics & International Relations

  15 months after graduation 3 years after graduation 5 years after graduation
Median salary £22991 £23244 £28528
25-75 percentile range £19355 - £28325 £18127 - £30029 £21336 - £39083

Course Description

On this combined degree programme, you will look at the origins and evolution of the state system and the changing nature of state power.

You will learn about the driving forces behind international cooperation and conflict, and explore security and prosperity in the international system.

The law components of this programme involve learning the general principles underlying different areas of international law. You will learn how to apply them to specific situations and the facts of different cases.

In Year 1 you will be introduced to the key principles of international relations and international law. You will follow this up with more theoretical concepts across the two areas in Year 2.

In Years 3 and 4, you choose from a range of specialist courses which allow you to deepen your knowledge and understanding of the two subject areas. You will examine the interaction between them, as well as tailor your degree to meet your career needs.

Jobs & Career Perspectives

15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.

Current jobs

Required skill level of job after 15 months

Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)

Example below based on all graduates of International Relations and International Law MA (Hons) at The University of Edinburgh

20% Business and public service associate professionals
10% Administrative occupations
10% Media Professionals
10% Business, Research and Administrative Professionals
10% Finance Professionals
10% Teaching Professionals
5% Elementary occupations
5% Welfare and housing associate professionals
5% Legal professionals
5% Artistic, literary and media occupations

Entry Requirements / Admissions

UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course

Qualification requirements

Required subjects: A Levels: English Literature, English Language or combined English at B. English Language and English Literature GCSE, both at A or 7, are accepted in place of A Level English.

Achievement by end of S5 preferred. BBB must be achieved in one year of S4-S5. Required subjects: Highers: English at B.

39 points with 666 at HL - 36 points with 665 at HL. Required subjects: HL: English at 5

As this degree is very popular, we strongly recommend that international students apply by 15 January 2022 as we can't guarantee to consider all applications after this date. Detailed entry requirements, including typical offer levels, and information about other qualifications we accept, are available on the University of Edinburgh’s website. You’ll also find important information on how to apply. You must submit a fully completed UCAS application that includes details of the qualifications you are taking, including full predicted grades for qualifications not yet completed, your personal statement and your reference.

English language requirements

test Grade Additional Details
IELTS (Academic) 6 6.5 overall with 5.5 in each component.
TOEFL (iBT) 92 92 or above with 20 in each section (including Special Home Edition). We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements.
Cambridge English Advanced 176 overall with 162 in each component.
Cambridge English Proficiency 176 overall with 162 in each component.
Trinity ISE ISE II with a distinction in all four components.

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

Costs

Tuition Fees International Relations and International Law MA (Hons)

England UK £9250 year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 year 1
Wales £9250 year 1
Channel Islands £9250 year 1
Ireland £9250 year 1
Scotland £1820 year 1
EU £23100 year 1
International £23100 year 1

Additional fee information

Scotland In 2021-22 the fee level set by the Scottish Government was £1,820. The 2022-23 fee rate is expected to be confirmed by the Scottish Government in early 2022. Students must apply to the Student Awards Agency Scotland SAAS for payment of their tuition fees.

England/Wales/N Ireland The Rest of UK RUK rate is yet to be confirmed and was £9,250 for 2021 entry. For 2022 entry this may increase in line with inflation and will be subject to government limits.

EU On 9th July 2020 the decision was made by the Scottish Government to end free university tuition for European Union EU students starting in 2021-22. Funding policy for EU nationals and associated groups starting a course of study in academic year 2022-23 or later will be in line with international fees.

Full time international and EU students will pay a fixed annual fee rate for the duration of their programme -

Average student cost of living in the UK

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.

How to apply

Application deadline:

January 1, 2024

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Possible Entry Points:

  • year 1 (Default entry point)

University Rankings

Positions of The University of Edinburgh in top UK and global rankings.

Rankings of The University of Edinburgh in related subject specific rankings.

Law

    • #2 
    • #8 
    Law
    The Guardian University League Tables by Subject
    [Published 24 September, 2022]
    • #2 
    • #14 
    Law
    CUG The Complete University Guide - By Subject
    [Published 08 June, 2023]
    • #1 
    • #101 
    Law
    GRAS Global Ranking of Academic Subjects - ShanghaiRanking
    [Published 19 July, 2022]

See all 39 university rankings of The University of Edinburgh

About The University of Edinburgh

The University of Edinburgh is located in the Scottish city of the same name, and is one of the oldest universities in the entire United Kingdom, having opened in the year 1583. The university enjoys a strong reputation for its contributions to international research efforts, which is reflected in their inclusion in the Russell Group, Universitas 21, and Una Europa. Edinburgh offers its residents a historic yet modern city, with a lively nightlife scene, reliable public transport, and friendly locals.

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