This programme studies international relations and the pressing problems humanity faces in the international realm. By joining this fascinating programme, you'll become part of a community that is passionate about international relations. We explore topics such as war, terrorism, power, diplomacy, climate change, trade, poverty, migration and international cooperation; not just their study, but also ways to meet the associated challenges. Our approach combines innovative research with creative and inspirational teaching, provided by staff who combine intricate knowledge of the major international institutions with a deep appreciation of historical change and the most important ideas in international thought. You'll be inspired to explore a world of possibilities, from evolutionary psychology and the sociology of the financial crisis to state survival in the Middle East and the social construction of security. By the end of the programme you will know and understand core explanatory theories, concepts, institutions and issues in the study of international relations; have specialist in-depth knowledge of specific areas and issues in international relations; know key contemporary debates in existing academic literatures in journals and books on international relations; be able to analyse and evaluate competing theoretical paradigms in the explanation and judgment of international relations; be able to apply explanatory models to analyse and understand specific developments within international relations; be able to draw on a variety of disciplinary paradigms in the understanding of international relations.