BSc (Hons) International Relations at University of Surrey

In an increasingly turbulent world, our International Relations degree focuses on the dynamics of politics between states. Why do international conflicts arise? How is the rise of China and the re-emergence of Russia reshaping the world order?

Department: Politics and International Relations  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 4 years with placement year  |  Study mode: full-time (optional placement year)  |  Intake: September 2027 (UCAS L290)  |  Location: Guildford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

On our degree in International Relations, you’ll receive a full grounding in the discipline as a whole. You’ll examine questions of global significance, develop an understanding of the theoretical perspectives on international politics, and explore national, regional and transnational trends through a wide range of historic and contemporary case studies. Our degree has Bachelor of Science status, in recognition of its technical analytical components that are highly valued by an increasingly diverse range of employers in the knowledge economy. Year 1 core modules include Debates in British Politics, Politics of Crisis, Introduction to Politics, Introduction to International Relations, Introduction to Political Theory and Ideology.

Career pathways

The skills developed on our courses are highly transferable. This means that regardless of what career you choose to embark on, doorways will be opened with your excellent range of highly sought core skills including critical thinking, analytical writing, research methods and an excellent capacity for communication across platforms and audiences.

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