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BA (Hons) International Relations

York St John University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of international relations, encompassing political, economic, and cultural aspects. You will explore the complexities of global politics, international law, and conflict resolution, as well as the role of non-state actors in shaping world events. Through a combination of theoretical analysis and practical applications, you will develop the skills to analyze and evaluate complex issues in international relations.

Additional Information

This course is ideal for students who are interested in pursuing a career in diplomacy, foreign policy, or international development. York St John University has strong connections with the international relations field, providing students with numerous opportunities for internships, volunteering, and networking. The university's location in the historic city of York also offers easy access to international organizations and institutions.

Discover the perfect balance of academic excellence and real-world experience at York St John University.

York St John University offers a unique blend of academic rigor and practical experience that prepares students for successful careers in international relations. The university's small class sizes allow for personalized attention and tailored support, while the diverse student body provides a global perspective on current events. Additionally, the university's commitment to sustainability and social responsibility aligns with the principles of international relations.

Why You Should Study This Course

International Relations is the study of the relationships between states in a complex and evolving international system. When you study this subject you will explore pressing issues such as: Issues of international security and conflict Our responsibilities as global citizens The global economy, and the organizations which govern it Peacekeeping and the responsibility to protect The politics of global health Asylum and the politics of borders. Through these topics, you will develop your understanding of the historical and contemporary events and processes behind world politics. You will also learn to analyze these processes using various theoretical approaches.

General Eligibility

104 UCAS Tariff points 3 GCSEs at grade C/4 (or equivalent) including the English Language.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
  • Introducing Politics: Key Concepts and Skills

  • Understanding World Politics

  • Finding a Role - The UK in the World

  • Aid, Inequality and Development

  • International Security

  • UK Politics: Tradition and Change

2 Year 2
  • International Relations: Theory and Practice

  • The European Union

  • International Political Economy

  • Contemporary Security Challenges

  • Political Analysis: Theory and Method

  • Practical Politics

  • Area Studies

3 Year 3
  • Dissertation

  • Global Governance

  • Global Justice

  • The Middle East

  • The Politics of Global Health

  • Intervention, Peacekeeping and The Responsibility to Protect

  • Immigration, Asylum and the Politics of Borders

  • Gender, Security and Conflict

  • Technology and Visual International Politics

  • International Ethics and Global Citizenship

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69
If English is not your first language you will need to show that you have English Language competence at IELTS level 6.0 (with no skill below 5.5) or equivalent.

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