Study location	United Kingdom, Leicester, Campus Centre
Type	Bachelor courses, full-time
Nominal duration	3 years
Study language	English
Awards	BA (Hons)
Course code	L250

Tuition fee	To be confirmed

Entry qualification	High school / secondary education (or higher) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.

Language requirements	English IELTS: 6.0 (with a minimum of 5.5 in each component) CAE: 168 (with a minimum of 162 in each component)

Other requirements	At least 1 reference(s) must be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application.

More information	Expenses, accommodation, working etc. dmu.ac.uk/..lations-with-languages-ba.aspx

Overview

The International Relations degree at DMU helps you to develop an in-depth understanding of the underlying forces that shape global decisions. You will study the crucial issues in contemporary international politics: the rise of new powers such as China and India, the crisis in Syria, the challenges of resolving the Eurozone crisis, the problems of facing terrorism and the persistence of poverty and inequality in the global south.

You can combine International Relations with a foreign language, from beginners to post-GCSE level. At a time when the graduate employment market is very competitive, having a recognised competence in a foreign language can set you apart from most other graduates and enhance your career prospects.

You will take a 30 credit beginners’ or post-GSCE module in your chosen language (which will equate to two hours of language classes) and one hour of cultural studies per week, learning about the country and its people. You will also have the opportunity to put your skills into practice by studying abroad between years two and three.

Programme structure

Year 1
Language Module
Introduction to Politics
Introduction to Contemporary International Relations
Global Comparative Politics
Introduction to Globalisation

Year 2
Language Module
Politics in Action
Themes and Debates in Contemporary International Relations Theory
Political Analysis

Plus two of the following options:

The Making of a Global World
The Politics of the European Union
Unity and Diversity in Contemporary America
The Cold War
Corruption and its Avoidance

Year 3
Language Module
International Relations Dissertation

Plus three of these options:

International Security in a Globalised World
Politics of Nationalism
Globalisation and Democracy
American Presidency
Policy Commission
Power, Politics and Morality

Career opportunities

The course prepares you for senior roles in public and private organisations where you can influence major decisions that affect us all.

The public sector is the UK’s largest employer and one of the most diverse, challenging and exciting sectors in which to work.

There is real demand for managers who understand the implications of the global financial crisis, climate change, sustainable development, health care and other issues affecting contemporary society.