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School of Government and International Affairs Masters Hub

Welcome to Durham

Congratulations on your offer to join our School of Government and International Affairs (SGIA). Entry to this programme is extremely competitive, and holding an offer is a great achievement. You have an exciting and challenging time ahead of you in a School that will provide you with the skills needed to understand, evaluate and produce knowledge about politics and international relations.

Our School of Government and International Affairs (SGIA) is ranked 8th in the UK for Politics in the Complete University Guide 2024 and World Top 100 in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2023.

We are a research-intensive department, and we use innovative teaching techniques to ensure we combine our latest world-leading research into the programmes we deliver.

We look forward to meeting you in Durham in September and supporting you throughout your Durham journey.

Your Masters Hub

Your Masters Hub provides the information you need to accept your offer, apply for visas and funding, and prepare for your arrival in September.

Why a Durham Masters?

A globally outstanding centre of teaching and research excellence, a collegiate community, a unique and historic setting – Durham is a university like no other.
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What Happens Next

Find out what happens now that you've submitted your application and prepare for the next stages of your postgraduate journey.
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Visa Information

We have a long history of welcoming students from around the world. Find out more about visa information for entry to the UK.
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Scholarship opportunities

We're committed to supporting the best students irrespective of financial circumstances.
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Careers and development

We help you to make career plans and take the next steps towards getting where you want to be.
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The Durham experience

At Durham, academic success is only half the story. Our transformative wider student experience will also help you develop as a person.
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Connect with Durham

Your Durham journey starts now. Find out more about upcoming events and connect with our community.
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Programme information

We recognise the complexities of political life and apply a shared imperative of rigour, analysis, and in-depth investigation across all our studies.
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Arrivals

Find key dates, information and support for international arrivals in Durham.

Module selection 2025 / 2026

Once you accept your offer, you can make your initial module selections. We will send you a link to a module selection form via email. In the meantime, the module brochures below give you a taste of what is on offer for the coming academic year. 

MA and MSc module selection brochure

  • MA International Relations (L2T207) 
  • MA International Relations: East Asia (M9L007)
  • MA Politics and International Relations of the Middle East (M9K707)
  • MA Politics and International Relations (Political Theory) (L2K407)

DGSiCoreModules | DGSiOptionalModules

  • MSc Conflict Prevention and Peacebuilding (L2K909)
  • MSc Defence, Development and Diplomacy (L2K609) 

Public Policy module selection brochure

  • MSc Public Policy (L2KB09)

Modules are not confirmed and may change slightly.