Course Details
Course Name
MA International Politics (Critical Geopolitics)
Level of study
Postgraduate Taught
Study Mode
Fulltime
Duration
1 Years
Start Term
Sept
Country
United Kingdom
City
Newcastle
Course Subject
- Humanities
Course Fees
Inside EU: 7410
Outside EU: 17370
Universities
Newcastle University
Description
This course features distinctive contributions from critical international politics and human geography. It focuses on the key theories, approaches and thinkers in the study of geopolitics. It gives you insight into the political dynamics, consequences and discourses of contemporary geopolitics and how to think critically about these important political currents.
Our Research
93% of Politics research outputs world leading, internationally excellent or internationally recognised.
Research Excellence Framework 2014
Taught by internationally renowned researchers, you will develop:
advanced knowledge and understanding in areas such as:
contemporary critical geopolitics
international relations theory
international and regional studies politics topics
human geography
knowledge of methods in social science research and the techniques required to carry out advanced research
theoretical and practical research skills, including the synthesis of materials from a variety of primary and secondary sources
Our rigorous training in critical geopolitics, and research training in theories and approaches in the study of politics make this course a strong basis for a career with significant international dimensions or the pursuit of a postgraduate research degree in critical geopolitical studies.
We have a student-run Politics Postgraduate Society which brings together MA and PhD students to organise academic and social events. The Society runs:
professional development seminars, led by academic staff
seminars delivered by fellow postgraduates
round-table discussions with staff and visitors
the 'New Voices' seminar series, for exciting young external speakers
a weekly film night during term time
Key staff include Dr Kyle Grayson.
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