About this course
Durham University offers MA Politics and International Relations of the Middle East as a 1-year postgraduate Masters Degree (Taught) programme in Language and Literature. Based in Durham, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £28,750 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6.5 overall or TOEFL iBT 92. The next intake is Michaelmas (October), 2026.
Scholarships are available to international applicants.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
A personal statement should include an outline of your interest and understanding of your chosen programme.
A degree in the field of Social Sciences is preferable; however, in assessing the application, we also take into account other facilitating factors, such as relevant experience in lieu of this requirement.
We typically require a 2:1 Bachelor (Honours) degree (or overseas equivalent).
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Michaelmas (October), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
