King's College London

Entry Requirements

UK applicants

Standard requirements

A minimum 2:1 undergraduate Bachelor’s (honours) degree

If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).

Programme specific requirements

Bachelor's degree with 2:1 Honours (or overseas equivalent) in History, International Relations, Political Science, Economics or other appropriate subject.

International applicants

Equivalent International qualifications

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English language requirements

English language band: B

Selection Process

Applications must be made online using King’s Apply, the Admissions portal, and a non-refundable application fee of £130 applies.

Due to the large volume of applications, this programme operates a partial “gathered-field” approach to decision making for applicants who meet our advertised academic entry requirements. This means that for some of these applicants, a decision may not be reached until after February and where possible, will be made by May. You will be informed via King’s Apply if your application is being held.

Personal statement and supporting information

You will be asked to submit the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

Personal Statement	Yes	A personal statement of up to 4,000 characters (maximum 2 pages) is required. The personal statement should describe your study experience so far and discuss how you feel this MSc will build on your experience, as well as how it might contribute to your future career plans.
Previous Academic Study	Yes	A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing the subjects studied and marks obtained. If you have already completed your degree, copies of your official degree certificate will also be required. Applicants with academic documents issued in a language other than English, will need to submit both the original and official translation of their documents.
References	Yes	One academic reference is required. Professional references will be accepted if you have completed your qualifications over five years ago.