BA International Relations

Major in International Relations

The International relations major emphasises the understanding of global issues and world cultures, and traces the political, social, ideological and economic history of the world. The curriculum is designed to enable the student to examine and understand the complexities and processes involved in the relationships among institutions of international governance. You will examine the dynamics, structural characteristics, humanitarian issues and international political economics operating within the global community.

Skills Obtained:

theoretical understanding of global issues
designing policy solutions
effective oral and written communication
public speaking
critical thinking
analytical skills
research methodology
Speaking a foreign language

Benefits of studying International Relations at RAC London:

Use of London as a classroom with "field trips" to many archive houses and Parliament.
Exclusive discounted membership to Chatham House.
Participation in the Model United Nations.
Participation in the Webster Geneva campus' annual Humanitarian Conference, which features speakers such as teh UN High Commissioner for Human Rights.
Renowned guest lecturers and visiting professors.
Academics with a wealth of experience both within academia and in practice.
Involvement with Regent's College Speaker Series, welcoming renowned guest lecturers who speak on current topics in international relations.
International student body providing an exciting forum to discuss international problems within the classroom.
Study abroad opportunity with other international Webster campuses in the USA, Europe and Asia.
Opportunity to complement major with a minors in Political Science, History, Public Relations and all other majors on offer.

Potential Career Opportunities:

Our graduates from the BA in International Relations degree have found employment in

Government departments and agencies
Policy advisors
International organisations
International business
Journalism
Nonprofit sector
Law
International media

Degree Curriculum

36 credit hours: Core courses in the Major
12 credit hours: Foreign Language (where needed)
18 credit hours: Supporting courses in the Major
27 credit hours: General education
35 credit hours: Electives
128 credit hours: Total

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