Master of Science Business Economics and International Relations

The course offers diversity in the range of study, from international relations theory to regional integration. Through studying international relations alongside economics, you will develop a critical awareness of the role of economic policies in shaping global issues, and gain the skills to help shape organisational responses to changes in the business and organisational environment.

Reasons to study Business Economics and International Relations at DMU:

• Excellent teaching quality: Learn from leading academics with international reputations for research and teaching within their specialist areas
• Study a wide variety of modules: You will gain an in-depth understanding of key global issues such as globalisation, international political economy, security, health and the role of state and non-state organisations
• No previous knowledge or experience required: You will have the opportunity to study the foundations of economics and International Relations, as well as study further challenging modules
• Learn how to apply key economic theory to industry: Acquire knowledge of economics, management and financial principles, through both practical application and relevant theory
• Work in a variety of industries: This course prepares you to take on government-based roles, as well as to work in the not-for-profit sector

• Minimum Level of Education Required: 4-Year Bachelor's Degree
• Min GPA: 70.0%
• English Proficiency Requirements:
  For direct admission, applicant must be from an English speaking country or meet either of the following English test scores:
  • Min TOEFL iBT: 60 (Min Listening: 7.0, Min Reading: 8.0, Min Speaking: 16.0, Min Writing: 18.0)
  • Min IELTS overall: 6 (Min Listening: 5.5, Min Reading: 5.5, Min Speaking: 5.5, Min Writing: 5.5)
  • Min PTE overall: 50
  Applicants interested in applying for direct admission, but are yet to complete an acceptable language test, can do so, but must provide valid results before receiving a final offer letter.
  For conditional admission, you are required to provide English proficiency scores:
  • Min TOEFL iBT: 32 (Min Listening: 2, Min Reading: 2, Min Speaking: 11, Min Writing: 11)
  • Min IELTS overall: 4.5 (Min Listening: 4, Min Reading: 4, Min Speaking: 4, Min Writing: 4)
  • Min PTE overall: 29

Other fees:

• Reading Materials Fee: £200 per year