International Relations MRes

Queen Mary University of London

Be a part of Queen Mary’s dynamic research community and investigate the policies that matter in this challenging MRes programme. Hone in on critical analytical skills, delve into key issues affecting the current political landscape and hold a lense to the most recent and exciting developments in world politics.

• An approved pathway for ESRC 1+3 PhD studentship funding
• Gain invaluable insight from world-renowned academics, political experts and guest speakers including diplomats and government ministers
• Flexible programme - tailor the course to your career trajectory by performing independent research on any topic of your choice
• Professional skills development - including advance critical thinking, analytical, debating, communication and time management skills

Facilities

• The Mile End Institute, which brings together policymakers, academics and local communities to address national political challenges.
• State-of-the-art media suite with editing software (QUBE)
• Brand new Graduate Centre, offering purpose-built study spaces and an exclusive rooftop common room
• Think Pod - an interactive collaboration space with presentation, recording and video conferencing facilities
• Access to some of London’s outstanding facilities including the British Library, Senate House Library and Copac

Career paths

This programme will provide you with advanced skills in qualitative and quantitative research methods which could help you work towards an MPhil or PhD.

During your studies you'll have access to one-to-one academic guidance, tailored workshops, and external guest speakers on topics such as careers in public affairs and working in parliament.

Graduates of International Relations have also gone on to work at companies such as:

• British Pakistan foundation
• Infectious Media
• Ministry of Energy
• Nazarbayev University
• Prism Data Management
• The General Inspectorate of Finance
• The Legal 500