Politics, International Relations and Modern Languages (French) BA at Royal Holloway, University of London

Politics, International Relations and Modern Languages explores the key areas of contemporary politics and international relations, and combines these with the in-depth study of French language, society and culture. Taught in partnership between the Department of Politics, International Relations and Philosophy, and the Department of Languages, Literatures and Cultures, this course is informed by the outstanding research and international outlook of both departments.

Department: Politics and International Relations  |  Duration: 4 years full time  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Egham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules: Year 1: Introduction to International Relations, Introduction to Politics and Government; French Language: Culture and Translation, French Ab Initio Written I, French Ab Initio Oral I, French Advanced Oral I, French Advanced Written I and others; Year 2: Understanding the European Union: Politics and Theory; Year 3: Year Abroad; Year 4: European Union Public Policy. Optional modules: Year 1: Key French Texts: The Individual and Society, The Visual Image in French Culture and Society, French Language: Culture and Translation; Year 2: Democracy in Britain, Contemporary Political Theory, International Political Economy, War and Security in World Politics, Modern Political Thought and others; Writing Romance and Desire, Cinema in France, Advanced French Translation: Skills and Practice, Image, Identity and Consumer Culture in Post-war Fiction and Film, Villains and Villainy in Early Modern French Theatre and others; Year 4: US Foreign Policy - History, Young People's Politics, Leadership, Power and the British Prime Ministership, Visual Politics, American Political Development and others.

Career pathways

A global economy offers exciting opportunities to those wanting to pursue successful and rewarding careers. An ability to speak languages and a keen analytical mind are among the most sought-after qualities in today’s highly competitive job market; Politics, International Relations and Modern Languages equips students with both.

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