International Relations (Joint Honours) BA (Hons)

This course produces graduates who think critically about the world around them, with specialist knowledge of international issues and how these underpin society. Students learn a wealth of transferable skills for employment, including effective verbal and written communication, independent study and group work.

A degree in International Relations prepares you for a wide range of roles within public, private and charitable sectors. Recent graduates have gone onto careers such as communications officer at the UK Ministry of Defence, case worker at Ministry of Justice, internal communications advisor at Heathrow Airport and prosecution manager at Arriva Rail North.

A typical offer is:

International Relations and Politics (L245) – 104 UCAS points
International Relations and History (LVF1) – 112 UCAS points
International Relations and Journalism (LP25) – 104 UCAS points

From at least two A-levels or equivalent, plus five GCSEs at grade A*– C or above, including English (English Language and Maths for L245)

Key features
Innovative teaching approaches linking theory and practice such as simulations, engagement with House of Commons committees and the DMU Policy Commission
A unique learning environment, with the opportunity to participate in real debates, attend conferences and learn from guest speakers which have included prominent political figures such as the former Prime Minister Gordon Brown and the House of Commons Speaker, Rt Hon John Bercow
The only university in the UK to hold both Congress to Campus and European Parliament to Campus with former members of US Congress and former Members of European Parliament to enhance your study experience
Join our lively Politics Society with topical debates and well-known guest speakers which have included David Blunkett and Alastair Campbell in previous years
Attend talks from practitioners and alumni to help you develop an understanding of the range of potential careers for International Relations graduates
DMU is recognised as a Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence as a result of research and teaching excellence in European studies
Enjoy an international experience with DMU Global, trips have included Hong Kong, Berlin, Brussels, Washington and New York. Previous students went to Germany and analysed the impact of the cold war on Berlin and considered how politics has affected the economy.
Our DMU Works careers programme can help you get work-ready through placement opportunities with local, national and global companies previous students have secured placements at Rolls Royce, GlaxoSmithKline, Heathrow Airport and the House of Commons