International Relations Double Degree with Ritsumeikan University, Japan (Taught)
- MA
- 2 Years
- Full-time
- 09/2026
- Postgraduate
- Main Site
- Awarded by:
- University of East Anglia
Course summary
Overview
This degree gives you a unique opportunity to gain a double MA in International Relations from both UEA and Ritsumeikan University in Japan. You’ll spend your first year at UEA, then your second year at Ritsumeikan—subject to government health advice at the time.
You’ll explore the major challenges shaping global politics today, including terrorism, poverty, war, climate change, famine, pandemics, gender inequality, financial crises, transnational crime and underdevelopment. This double MA equips you with the knowledge and skills to understand and address these issues within the international system.
You’ll also get the chance to live and study in Japan, gaining fresh insights and a global perspective on international relations.
A key highlight of the course is a potential study trip to Brussels, where you’ll visit the European Union and NATO, engage with academics, politicians and officials, and explore a range of international organisations, NGOs and think tanks. This trip’s subject to government health advice.
Throughout the programme, you’ll join discussions and learning sessions with experts and representatives from major international bodies like the European Institute for Asian Studies, International Committee of the Red Cross, World Health Organization and UNESCO—all subject to current health guidance.
Recent graduates have gone on to careers in business, teaching, research, journalism and international organisations such as the United Nations, European Union and NATO.
Disclaimer
Course details are subject to change. You should always confirm the details on the provider's website: www.uea.ac.uk
Modules
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Assessment method
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Entry requirements
Bachelors degree – 2.1 or equivalent in any subject area.
There are 3 available places on the course. If you are shortlisted, you will receive an email confirming this. Any shortlisted applicant will be automatically eligible for an offer on MA International Relations.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | with minimum 5.5 in 2 components and 6.0 in the others |
UEA Admissions Policy for English Language Qualifications https://www.uea.ac.uk/apply/our-admissions-policy/english-language-equivalencies
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Channel Islands | £11200 | Whole course |
| England | £11200 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £11200 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £11200 | Whole course |
| Wales | £11200 | Whole course |
| International | £23850 | Whole course |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Tuition fees are reviewed annually and subject to increase. Some fees are regulated by the UK government and will be changed in line with advice from them. For further information about additional costs for your course and information on fee status please see our website.
Sponsorship information
The UEA offers a number of scholarships for UK/EU and international students which are based on academic merit.
University of East Anglia UEA
Norwich Research Park
Norwich
NR4 7TJ
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Course contact details
University Admissions Service
Email:admissions@uea.ac.uk
Phone:01603 591515
