International Studies MA

12 months full time; 24 months part time

Fees

Fees per academic year 2013-14

UK and EU: full time £5,500 part time £2,750
International: full time £11,500 part time fees

More information is available about tuition fees and discounts.

Programme Overview

This programme provides you with a comprehensive and in-depth grounding in the approaches to understanding contemporary international society. It is designed to give graduates from this programme the expertise and skills appropriate for a range of public and private sector careers where an advanced knowledge and understanding of contemporary international society is needed or desirable.

This flexible programme addresses contemporary international dynamics through a range of theoretical, empirical and area-based approaches. It appeals to students seeking an international dimension to their study, which can be applied in a range of academic and non-academic careers.

+Modules

Find out  more detailed information about the programme modules

+Entrance Requirements

An upper-second-class Honours degree or above, or international equivalent, in international studies/politics or a related discipline is preferred. Other qualifications or relevant professional experience are also considered.

Applicants whose first language is not English require IELTS 6.5, TOEFL 90 (Internet-based) or equivalent.

Our INTO Newcastle University Centre can provide extra tuition to help you meet the University's English language requirements.

The UK Border Agency (UKBA) has rules for international students regarding minimum English language requirements.

+Scholarships and Other Sources of Funding

International Students-The University offers International Scholarships, and there are funding opportunities by external organisations available.

More information on scholarships, studentships, bursaries and other funding is available from our database.

+How to Apply

Visit our postgraduate application site.

There is no closing date for this programme. However, international students applying for September 2013 entry should apply by Friday 12 July 2013 to ensure that they have time to put appropriate arrangements in place.

Please note: As a formal condition of the offer to study at Newcastle University, students from outside the UK/EU are required to pay a deposit of £1,500 or submit an official letter of sponsorship for their chosen programme. The deposit payment is non refundable, but will be deducted from tuition fees upon registration.

+Further Information

For further information please contact:
Postgraduate Secretary
School of Geography, Politics and Sociology
Telephone: +44 (0) 191 222 5200
E-mail: gps@ncl.ac.uk

Subject Overview

This programme is within the subject area of Politics