Course Overview
The BA in International Relations and Diplomacy gives students four years of study in international affairs, political science, diplomacy, economics, law and global cooperation. The 120-credit curriculum combines general education with specialist subjects such as Modern Diplomacy, American Foreign Policy, Practical Diplomacy, International Relations of the Pacific Rim Region, Writing for Foreign Affairs and Global Trends in International Relations.
The program includes practical learning through internships, policy projects, Model UN activities, debates and networking events. Schiller states that internships can begin from the first year. Students can study at four international campuses and transfer between campuses after Year 1, subject to availability.
The program has grown within Schiller's long-standing international education model. The university reports more than 20,000 alumni from 130+ countries and offers students access to an international alumni network. A dual-degree route with the University of Roehampton gives eligible students the option of earning an American degree from Schiller and a UK degree from the partner university.
General Eligibility
Applicants should hold an official high school transcript showing the date of graduation or an equivalent secondary education qualification. Schiller accepts qualifications from different education systems, including the Abitur, Selectividad, Baccalauréat, International Baccalaureate, IGCSE and O/A Levels.
Application Process
The current admission process includes:
- Complete the online application form.
- Submit a passport or valid legal ID.
- Provide academic information and the selected program.
- Receive a Conditional Offer Letter after the initial review.
- Submit academic transcripts and diploma documents.
- Provide proof of the required deposit.
- Complete the online readiness test.
- Submit the required English-language certificate.
- Complete the virtual academic interview.
- Receive the final admission decision and Unconditional Offer Letter.
- Obtain a student visa where required.
Students who need a visa receive a Visa Support Letter after official enrollment.
Part Time Work Details
Work permission depends on the country and student immigration status. Students must follow the employment rules applicable to their campus and visa.
Language Requirement
Schiller's current undergraduate admission requirements list these minimum scores:
| English Test |
Minimum Score |
| IELTS |
5.5 |
| TOEFL iBT |
51 |
| PTE / Pearson English Test |
46 |
| Duolingo English Test |
95 |
| TOEIC |
650 |
| Cambridge FCE |
Grade B / B2 or higher |
Schiller states that English verification may be waived for students who completed secondary school where English was the language of instruction or the official language, subject to university review.