MA International Relations and Global Crises,

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

Sheffield Hallam University

Program Overview

Sheffield Hallam University’s MA International Relations and Global Crises (Work Experience) dives deep into today’s pressing world issues like terrorism, war, and peace-building, perfect for motivated grads wanting real-world impact in NGOs or policy. You’ll challenge power dynamics, inequality, and global knowledge production while gaining hands-on conflict resolution skills through work placements .

Curriculum Structure

In the first term, Rethinking International Relations And Global Crises unpacks theory versus practice with 70% critical analysis and 30% practical exercises on current events. Regional (Dis)Integration & (In)Security blends 50% theory on geopolitical tensions with 50% hands-on simulations of security challenges .

Second term features The Rise (And Fall) Of The Welfare State In International Society, examining global welfare politics through historical and modern lenses. Peacebuilding Communication hones non-violent mediation and dialogue skills via interactive workshops .

Final stage culminates in the Independent Project In International Relations, your 100% dissertation or policy evaluation plus student-led conference on a crisis topic, tying work experience to impactful outcomes .

Focus areas: Crises theory, security, peacebuilding, welfare politics .
Learning outcomes: Critical analysis, conflict resolution, policy evaluation .

Experiential Learning (Research, Projects, Internships etc.)

At Sheffield Hallam University’s MA International Relations and Global Crises (Work Experience), you’ll build vital practical skills through interactive workshops on non-violent communication, mediation simulations, and group conflict resolution exercises that tackle real crises like terrorism and peace-building. Work placements with NGOs or policy groups provide on-the-job experience, supported by the university’s Skills Centre for one-on-one guidance, digital learning platforms, and access to specialist libraries with global affairs archives—all fostering reflective, dialogue-focused learning . These hands-on elements sharpen your expertise: explore.

• Work placements: Real-world experience with international organisations or local NGOs via the Work Experience pathway .

• Peacebuilding Communication workshops: Practical non-violent mediation, dialogue, and conflict resolution training .

• Interactive group simulations: Role-plays and practical activities in security and crises modules .

• Student-led conference: Organising events tied to your independent project for presentation skills .

• Skills Centre resources: One-to-one support, webinars, and online tools for research and employability .

• Library and digital archives: Specialist collections for independent study on global issues .

Progression & Future Opportunities

Sheffield Hallam University’s MA International Relations and Global Crises (Work Experience) grads emerge ready to tackle real-world diplomacy and crisis management, with 95% securing work or further study 15 months after graduation, often in high-impact NGOs, civil service, or think tanks . You’ll excel as a policy analyst, peacebuilding coordinator, international development officer, or conflict researcher: our comprehensive support turns potential into achievement .

• Skills Centre & Careers service: One-on-one employability coaching, CV workshops, job fairs with NGOs, and placement guidance for global roles .

• 95% progression rate (Graduate Outcomes 2022/23); starting salaries £28k-£35k in policy/NGOs, rising to £45k+ mid-career .

• Partnerships with NGOs & international orgs: Work placements and guest experts from voluntary sector and policy networks .

• No formal accreditation; SHU’s 13th UK politics ranking and 100% satisfaction deliver strong lifelong credentials .

• Outcomes: Alumni in civil service, international development, think tanks, and teaching worldwide .

Program Key Stats

£18,600
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Eligibility Criteria

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Additional Information & Requirements

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Career Options

  • Non-governmental organisations
  • international organisations
  • the voluntary sector
  • the civil service

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