BSc Hons in International Relations with History at University of Plymouth United Kingdom
International Relations summary
International Relations looks at our rapidly changing world in terms of the political, economic and social issues that affect all our lives. You will be introduced to key events and debates in contemporary International Relations and have the opportunity to study a number of relevant themes and issues.
These may include International Security, Peace and Conflict Resolution, North-South International Relations, International Political Economy, the United Nations, Refugee Studies, Foreign Policy, Theory and area studies such as Africa, Middle East and South East Asia.
Course highlights
There are opportunities to participate on International Student Exchange Programmes to Canada, The Czech Republic, Finland, France and the USA
Career opportunities
Students will gain the necessary knowledge and skills for employment/careers working in a variety of environments from peacekeeping, NGO’s the European Union, United Nations, civil service, local and central government to multinational/global corporations.
We want our graduates to be informed, detached, critical and sophisticated observers and analysts of contemporary international relations. The growing interdependency of our world means that such attributes are increasingly in demand by a wide variety of employers, including multinational businesses and both government and non-governmental organisations.
Students may choose to continue studying after graduating. The Department of Politics & International Relations offers students the opportunity of taking a Masters (MA) in International Relations which can be taken on a full- or part-time basis.
Entry requirements
GCSE: Maths and English Language grade C. Plus:-
For 2009 entry:-
A level/AS level: 240-280 points (including a minimum of 160 points from two A levels or a double award).
For 2010 entry:-
A level/AS level: 240-300 points (including a minimum of 160 points from two A levels or a double award).
Other combinations and non-A level qualifications also considered