Keele University Masters Degrees in Politics

Engage with real-world political issues and explore the challenges of global democracy. Investigate how politicians see and influence the world, and analyse how our institutions shape our politics. Read more

The Middle East is one of the most diverse, dynamic and important regions on earth. On this programme, you will learn about its traditions, histories, cultures and identities. Read more

The US is the sole superpower of our multi-polar world and a vital force in international politics. Yet its global dominance is being challenged and domestically it is riven by competition and contentious personalities and debates. Read more

From issues of identity, ethics, peace and security, to the distribution of wealth, trade and power, international law and politics are forever interlinked. Read more

Explore the various safety threats within our borders and beyond, from conflict, migration and terrorism to organised crime, economic breakdown and climate change. Read more

Discover how international affairs are conducted and gain insight into how nation states interact and cooperate. Explore the role of international and regional organisations. Read more

From migrant welfare and protecting the vulnerable, to same-sex couples’ inheritance rights, freedom of speech or political corruption, human rights remains one of the key discourses of our times. Read more

Explore the world's most pressing international development challenges, including those arising from war, migration, environmental and climate change, and poverty. Read more

In today’s globalised world, legal problems frequently span countries and involve regional and international treaties and laws. Read more

Human rights have become a central, defining feature of modern international law. Read more

The world is experiencing an unprecedented environmental crisis. New international norms, standards, institutions and practices have been established to address contemporary problems such as climate change, biodiversity loss, deforestation, or transboundary pollution. Read more

Explore real-world diplomatic practices and problems. Investigate how diplomats have contended with difficult international challenges. Read more