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Master of International Relations and Security
- Liverpool, United Kingdom
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
This full-time MA course, taught on the City Centre campus, explores power, governance, conflict and security through topics from terrorism to refugee law and postcolonial relations.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1.5 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically evaluate advanced concepts in International Relations and Security. Apply specialist methods to complex problems and communicate evidence-based conclusions in professional or academic settings.
Career outcomes
- international relations and security careers
- problem solving and diplomacy-related roles
Curriculum
- 12-month taught programme. Modules include Security and International Relations Theory
- Contemporary Security
- Postcolonial International Relations
- Terrorism and Political Violence: Traditional and Critical Perspectives and Green Criminology in an Age of Climate Breakdown. It ends with Dissertation. An 18-month route with a professional placement is offered.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Honours bachelor's degree
- Normally 2:2 or above (2:1 for a few courses) from a UK university or an equivalent qualification from a similar non-UK institution
- Some courses need a related subject
- MBA needs about 3 years' management experience
- International qualifications are checked against country-specific requirements on each course page.
Accepted academic background
Honours bachelor's degree, Normally 2:2 or above (2:1 for a few courses) from a UK university or equivalent from a similar non-UK institution, Some courses need a related subject, MBA needs about 3 years' management experience, International qualifications evaluated by Liverpool
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 88
- Duolingo 125
- PTE Academic 61
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Degree Certificates
- Personal Statement
How to apply
- Check the course page entry requirements and the international deadline (23 August 2027 for September 2027 entry
- 18 December 2026 for January 2027 entry. Some ATAS courses and NHS-linked courses differ). Apply online through the University of Liverpool Application Portal. There is no application fee. Upload school and university transcripts with certified translations
- degree certificates
- English language evidence and a personal statement. Interview only where the course page says so. Accept the offer in the Postgraduate Application Tracker and pay the international deposit (minimum 2
- 000 GBP. 1
- 000 GBP if Pre-sessional English is needed).
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £29,000 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | £2,000 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Liverpool campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences - School of Histories, Languages and Cultures |
| Department | Politics |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 1.5 years |
| Scholarship note | Students may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria, Availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
23 Aug 2027
282 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 23 Aug 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £29,000 GBP per year. The deposit is £2,000 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,827 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 88, Duolingo 125, PTE Academic 61.