国际关系与民主政治学硕士

国际关系和民主政治学硕士对塑造国家的力量有深入的批判和全面的了解
The International Relations and Democratic Politics MA provides an advanced critical and comprehensive understanding of the forces shaping inter-state relations and global politics. Drawing on key theoretical interpretations of democratic politics, the course examines various principles of democratic thinking (ranging from pluralism and civil society to egalitarianism and human rights), and explores the interplay between theory and practice in old and new democracies and in processes of global governance.You'll consider various aspects of international order and politics, including the dynamics of international social and political power relationships and conflicts, and state building. These topics are studied comparatively in relation to governmental, political and social processes, and in the contexts of various historical continuities, discontinuities and contrasts.Is democracy a concept limited to a world of territorially bounded national communities Can democracy still limit power in a global world How does democratic policy-making operate in the face of complexity By raising and examining such questions, the course explores the changing and contested understandings of democracy in contemporary thought, as well as its application to the international sphere in our increasingly complex world.CareersEmployabilityWe run a series of events throughout the year with a focus on employability. In the past, these have included talks on internships, volunteering and post-MA career choices.We also offer a free 'Policy Skills Lab' course where you can engage with experts on interview techniques and drafting your CV. Course topics include 'Learning Policy Advice' and 'Policy Jobs in International Affairs'.Graduate employersGraduates from this course have found employment at organisations including:BBCEuropean Parliament’s Office for Promotion of Parliamentary DemocracyThe International Institute for Strategic Studies in LondonThe Strategic Foresight GroupUK Department of Environment, Food and Rural AffairsJob rolesThis course will prepare you for roles in a variety of areas, including:Human rights advocateInternational diplomatJournalistPolicy analystVarious roles in the Civil Service