Course Overview
A key reason for the balanced approach between the theoretical and practical in this programme is a focus on employability. You will be regularly assessed on practical applications of international relations through presentations, participation in simulations, drafting policy documents, and other diverse forms of experiential learning and coursework. In addition, extra-curricular activities and opportunity for placement work will provide transferable skills and workplace contacts necessary to compete and succeed in jobs in: charities, policy think tanks, multilateral and intergovernmental organisations such as the UN and UNICEF, international businesses, law firms, banks, local and national government, media companies, as well as non-governmental organisations. Our dedicated careers team is available to support you from the start of your studies until after you graduate. They will help you build your CV, prepare for interviews and meet and learn from successful Roehampton graduates working at the top of their careers. You’ll also have opportunity to attend a Roehampton jobs fair where you can find out more about graduate opportunities and meet employers.
View the course modules for this degree on the university website MA (Hons) International Relations course page www.roehampton.ac.uk
Why choose the University of Roehampton
Postgraduate satisfaction
Ranked in the top 10 universities in the UK for postgraduate satisfaction – Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2022 and 2023.
Undergraduate student satisfaction
The University of Roehampton was ranked #8 in England for undergraduate student satisfaction in the National Student Survey (NSS) 2024.
Young universities worldwide
Ranked in the top 15% of young universities worldwide by Times Higher Education in the 2024 rankings.
Entry Requirements for
International Student Fees
You can find the applicable international student course fee for your chosen pathway study route listed below.
| Study Route | Tuition Fees (2025-26) |
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| Direct Degree Admission – Postgraduate | MBA only – September – £19,250 GBP September – £18,250 GBP |
| Extended Masters | 2-terms – September – £7,000 GBP 1-term – September – £4,000 GBP |
| Direct Degree Admission – Undergraduate | From – September – £16,950 GBP |
| International Foundation Programme | September – £16,950 GBP |
| International Year One | September – £16,950 GBP |
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Fees are not inclusive of scholarships. All applications are subject to a non-refundable admin fee of £220. Stated fees are for the International Foundation, International Year One and Extended Masters do not include tuition applicable for the degree course continued at the university. Programmes with a placement year are an additional £2,500. * Excluding MBA |
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Scholarships at University of Roehampton
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