By exploring current questions and issues of global importance, you'll develop an in-depth understanding of the development of the international system and interactions between states and other actors. BA (Honours) in International Studies you'll discover the sources of order and disorder within the international system and learn about the key issues in international relations, such as security, justice, conflict and cooperation. 

Politics is everywhere. It’s exciting, but also frustrating, messy and complex. This is your time to make a difference. Bring your determination to us and we will give you the skills and confidence to make a change. Make sense of the complex world of politics and international relations. Whether it’s climate change, the rise of tyrannical leaders, gender politics, or the misuse of artificial intelligence and big data, you will understand today’s political problems and gain the skills to pursue a career that can solve them.

As part of this coursei n BA (Hons) International Relations, you’ll: Critically explore global issues such as security, poverty, debt and famine, Understand how we can address the challenges faced by humanity from an international relations perspective, Examine global inequalities, the rise of the superpower nations and what power looks like at a global level.

Our languages and international relations degree offers you language skills and an understanding of how international relations shape our worldview - ideal if you're looking for global careers. You can expand your knowledge of culture and politics with our degree in languages and international relations. You can also study up to two languages, chosen from Mandarin, Spanish, French, or Italian, at a level that suits you.

If you've ever wondered why people vote the way they do or why political systems differ, this degree in politics and international relations gives you the answers. You'll also get the chance to study a language. In your final year, you may be offered a work placement in regional or local politics.

Explore contemporary diplomacy against the changing nature of world politics in this highly innovative international diplomacy degree course. Lecturers with nationally recognised expertise guide you through issues of international terrorism, climate change and violent conflict, and introduce you to the practices of a variety of international players including Greenpeace, the United Nations, and even celebrities and private individuals.

How can we make sense of Brexit and the election of Trump? Should the international community intervene in Syria? Why do gender stereotypes and racial discrimination still determine opportunities in our society? On the BA in Politics and International Relations, you’ll study the central challenges that politics faces in the 21st century. You’ll develop the skills to understand, analyse, and critically debate the issues and arguments that shape national and international politics today.