Postgraduate study in Politics and International Relations

We offer a suite of Masters programmes in the study of European and International Politics.

• Double MA in Europe and the World with Institut d’Etudes Politiques Lille

• MA in EU and International Relations
  

• MA in Global Governance and International Relations

Benefits of our MA programmes  include:

• Wide range of modules in politics and international relations
• Gaining an internationally oriented understanding of European and international affairs
  

•  A thorough grounding in contemporary European politics and external relations of the European Union and its member states Enrolling in an EU-focused internship, in Brussels, in the second semester

• A number of dedicated study trips
  

• Master classes on a variety of complementary subjects 
• Lively MA student community
  

• An exciting programme of politics events featuring high level speakers.

Students will also benefit from the Aston Centre for Europe which has excellent connections with European institutions and partnerships with many other employers in the public and private sectors.  Part of our mission is to provide advice and assistance to students in securing appropriate employment upon successful completion of the Double MA.  Aston University also boasts has an outstanding record for graduate employment.

Hear from our Students

Garance Clement, Masters in Europe and the World, 2009-2010

"This Masters course opened my eyes to a completely different aspect of the EU. Studying its external relations and its involvement in recent international issues gave me a whole new perspective on what the EU is and its likely developments.

"After one semester I had a more developed critical understanding of current international affairs - largely because lecturers encourage us to debate in class, helping us develop our opinion on specific matters.  This Masters is for anyone looking for a career in the EU or academic research."

Anne Charlotte Fauvel, Masters in Europe and the World, 2009–2010

"I really liked the way the classes were taught - as well as formal lectures, there were pro-active sessions with debates between the students and the lecturer. The classes were challenging and offered me a different outlook - a critical point of view on European studies. I also appreciated the smaller class sizes. Lecturers are always available to answer questions if needed.
 
"I would recommend this course to anyone with a strong interest in the international aspect of European studies and political science and with a curiosity for research."

Luke John Davis, Masters in Europe and the World, 2009-2010

"For me the best thing about this MA is that the classes are small. This means that as well as a really close-knit friendship group you also get a lot of discussion and debate in lectures/seminars and you are encouraged to really think things through. The course itself is exciting and flexible and allows you to focus on the areas of Europe you're interested in. I would very much reccomend this MA to anyone interested in the EU and its growing place in the world."