International Relations | Leeds Beckett University

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Course summary

Explore some of the most pressing challenges facing nations today. You’ll join an academic community with a desire for progressive social change on this master’s course.

Explore a wide variety of current issues around the world such as trade negotiations and social inequality. You’ll develop an understanding of these challenges at a local and global level.

As part of this course, you’ll:

Discover how the study of international relations has evolved and developed over time
Consider traditional theories of international relations and how they compare with contemporary thinking and current events
Study global institutions such as the World Bank, the United Nations and the EU, and the role they play on the political stage
Gain insight into how global institutions deal with the shifting political and social issues that influence decision making at a regional, national and worldwide level
Explore the impact of globalisation and understand its consequences for international society

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Learn from experts
You'll join an academic community with a variety of research interests and expertise. Our staff and students share a desire for progressive social change, locally and globally.

Strengthen your employability
As well as developing academic expertise, your course will also focus on employability, personal effectiveness, advocacy, activism and research skills so you’re in a strong position when you graduate.

Why study International Relations at Leeds Beckett University...

Research-led teaching – your learning will be guided by the latest research and thinking in the field
Guest lectures and conferences – learn from speakers’ professional experiences and insight
Learn in a small group - share ideas and debate issues with your peers
Part-time option – fit your studies around your existing commitments

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