International Relations MSc (On Campus)

University of Aberdeen School of Social Science

Full time & Part time September, January MSc 12 months Full-Time, 24 Months Part-Time

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About the course

The MSc in International Relations offers you the opportunity to study the full range of complex contemporary challenges facing states and the international community. Explore the world’s most pressing political problems including war, peace and security, human rights, foreign policy, development, and globalisation.

This course has both January and September start dates. The MSc International Relations is also available to study

Entry Requirements

Applicants will normally be expected to hold a relevant Honours degree with a 2:2 standard from a recognised university or body.

Applicants without this qualification may be admitted subject to having an alternative qualification, or an approved level of work experience appropriate to the field of study.

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Fees

Please see the university website for further information on fees for this course.

Where will I study?

University of Aberdeen

Founded in 1495, the University of Aberdeen is the fifth oldest University in the UK and is home to a diverse community of over 14,000 students from more than 130 different countries. We are ranked 3rd in Scotland and Top 20 in the UK in the Guardian University Guide 2026. At the forefront of change and discovery for over 530 years, the University of Aberdeen has a proud history of teaching and research excellence, and has been awarded the prestigious Queen’s Anniversary Prize - the highest honour for UK further and higher education - on two occasions. The University is also associated with five Nobel Prizes across chemistry, physics, medicine and nutrition.

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