Durham University, School of Government and International Affairs Masters Degrees in Politics

Gain the knowledge and skills to analyse and review the complex relationships between government and society, regionally, nationally, and globally. Read more

Gain strong training in research methods in the fields of politics, international relations and security. This is a degree offered in collaboration with other departments in the Faculty of Social Sciences. Read more

Immerse yourself in debates about international politics, international organisations and how they influence relationships between nations. Read more

Explore global challenges and the changing face of global power from political, social, cultural and historic perspectives, with a specific focus on Europe. Read more

Taught by academics and practitioners with a depth of regional expertise, this interdisciplinary MSc explores the ever-changing area of conflict, conflict intervention, and post-conflict reconstruction through the lenses of defence, development, and diplomacy. Read more

Explore global challenges and the changing face of global power from a political, social, cultural and historic perspective, with a specific focus on East Asia. Read more

Develop your knowledge of disciplinary, multidisciplinary, and interdisciplinary research on the Arab world and gain an international edge when you study on this Economic and Social Research Council-recognised MSc. Read more

Offering a fascinating insight into this complex and rapidly changing field, the MSc will develop your operational and vocational skills in negotiation, conflict mediation, conflict-sensitive programme design and management, soft power, human security, inclusive diplomacy, and community peacebuilding. Read more