Politics and International Relations : PgCert
Postgraduate
In Lancaster
Description
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Type
Postgraduate
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Location
Lancaster
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Duration
12 Months
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Start date
Different dates available
This programme aims to provide you with a secure knowledge of the major theories, concepts and issues relating to Politics and International Relations.
In addition to the core module of Major Approaches to the Study of International Relations you will choose two optional modules from the range available in the Department of Politics, Philosophy and Religion.
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About this course
You will gain a systematic understanding of a range of debates and discussions raised by past and present approaches to the subject. In addition, the PgCert will equip you with the necessary skills appropriate to evaluating, analysing and interpreting both academic and practitioner approaches to Politics and International Relations.
A good second class degree, or equivalent, in any subject. Relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of standard qualifications. Students not meeting the standard entry qualifications may be asked to write a 3,000 word essay to demonstrate their academic abilities
IELTS: 6.5 or equivalent
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Subjects
- International Relations
- Politics
- Security and War
- Foreign Policy
- Diplomacy
- Theorising
- Consequences
- Globalisation
- Public Policy
- Management
Course programme
You will study a range of modules as part of your course, some examples of which are listed below.
Optional
- Theorising Security and War
- Theory and Concepts in Diplomacy and Foreign Policy
- Issues and Practice in Diplomacy and Foreign Policy
- Globalisation: Its Meanings, Causes and Consequences
- Major Approaches to the Study of International Relations
- Politics and International Relations of the Middle East
- Public Policy
- Conflict Management and Contemporary Conflicts
- Globalisation and Democratisation
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.
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Politics and International Relations : PgCert