International Relations and Arabic
Position Details (Master's)
This International Relations and Arabic MA program from The University of Exeter combines language learning with specialist modules in international relations of the Middle East and guided research on a topic of your choice.
Within this International Relations and Arabic MA program from The University of Exeter you'll:
- You will receive intensive tuition in Modern Standard Arabic (MSA) and an Arabic dialect in Exeter and spend a period abroad studying in an Arabic-speaking country
- You will investigate and contextualise major events and current affairs with a particular focus on international relations in the Middle East through a variety of specialist modules
- The Institute of Arab and Islamic Studies (IAIS) is one of the foremost academic departments in Middle East, Islamic Studies and Arabic. Get involved in a variety of IAIS activities and join our vibrant research community
- Your knowledge of Arabic language and expertise in international relations of the Middle East will be valued by public and private sector employers and open doors to further academic study
Career opportunities:
Graduates from this International Relations and Arabic program at The University of Exeter may find professional employment in a wide range of sectors both in the UK and internationally. A comprehensive background in Middle East politics, international relations and Arabic language is relevant to careers in:
- academia and education
- international agencies such as the United Nations or the European Union
- international development
- print and broadcast media
- politics
- private sector companies with interests in Islamic countries
- business and risk analysts
Courses include:
- Study Abroad
- Theorizing the Middle East
- Dissertation Skills
- State and Society in the Middle East
- International Relations of the Middle East
Research Areas & Fields of Study involved in the position
Position Start Date
Sep 2026
University of Exeter
On Campus (Full Time)
2 years
Sep 2026