Politics and International Relations : BA Hons : L250
Bachelor's degree
In Lancaster
Description
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Type
Bachelor's degree
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Location
Lancaster
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Duration
3 Years
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Start date
Different dates available
This degree explores connections between political practice and theory and the state and society, using examples drawn from the most topical issues of global and local concern. In your first year, our Politics and Governance in the Contemporary World course will introduce you to the core themes, concepts and events of Politics and International Relations. You will also be able to follow your own interests, choosing courses from two other departments.
You'll then move on to subjects such as International Relations and Security; Politics of Development, and The United Kingdom: State, Politics and Policy in your second year.
In your final year, you can develop your ideas on themes including Britain in the World; United States Foreign Policy since 1945, and Contemporary Issues in the Middle East.
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About this course
This combined degree will help you to prepare for a wide variety of career opportunities. The value of a strong understanding of politics and international relations will be of a distinct advantage for careers in areas such as diplomacy, politics, international law, development, non-governmental organisations and journalism.
Many of our graduates use their skills in research, analysis and communication to follow careers directly related to Politics and International Relations, such as the Civil Service, government or public affairs. Graduates of Peace Studies and International Relations have also found their degree valuable for careers with international charities and other NGOs.
Recent graduates have used their degree as a foundation for careers in commerce, industry, accountancy, law, teaching, academic work, journalism or the armed forces. The intellectual and practical skills of peace-making give our graduates a good foundation for careers in mediation, social work, conflict resolution and human rights campaigning.
A Level AAB
IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each component.
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Subjects
- International Relations
- Politics
- State Politics
- Society and Religion
- Relations and Security
- Peace Studies
- Politics of development
- Politics and Economics
- Politics and Policies
- Global Politics
Course programme
Many of Lancaster's degree programmes are flexible, offering students the opportunity to cover a wide selection of subject areas to complement their main specialism. You will be able to study a range of modules, some examples of which are listed below.
Year 1Core
- Politics and International Relations in the Contemporary World
Optional
- Comparative Politics of the Asia Pacific and the Middle East
- Indian Politics, Society and Religion
- International Relations and Security
- Introduction to Peace Studies
- Modern Political Thought
- Philosophical Questions in the Study of Politics and Economics
- The Politics of Development
- The Politics of the European Union
- The United Kingdom: State, Politics and Policies
Optional
- Africa and Global Politics
- Britain in the World
- Contemporary Issues in Human Rights
- Contemporary Issues in the Middle East
- Corporations, Global Political Economy and the Law
- Elections, Voters and Political Parties
- Exploring the Persian Gulf
- International Political Economy of Globalization
- Islamic Politics
- Media, Religion and Politics
- Politics of Cultural Diversity
- Politics of Global Danger
- Understanding External Intervention in Violent Conflicts
Lancaster University offers a range of programmes, some of which follow a structured study programme, and others which offer the chance for you to devise a more flexible programme. We divide academic study into two sections - Part 1 (Year 1) and Part 2 (Year 2, 3 and sometimes 4). For most programmes Part 1 requires you to study 120 credits spread over at least three modules which, depending upon your programme, will be drawn from one, two or three different academic subjects. A higher degree of specialisation then develops in subsequent years.
Information contained on the website with respect to modules is correct at the time of publication, but changes may be necessary, for example as a result of student feedback, Professional Statutory and Regulatory Bodies' (PSRB) requirements, staff changes, and new research.
Additional information
Politics and International Relations : BA Hons : L250