International Relations BA (Hons)

International Relations is the study of global affairs, as well as ideas, interactions, and structures that affect almost everything around us. It’s the study of culture, politics, economics, society, organisations, structures, and ultimately, power. At Keele, our wide reaching regional expertise and our broad approach to the discipline, will teach you how to interpret global, social, political, and economic interactions. With applicability to numerous careers and industries, a degree in International Relations aims to provide you with the knowledge and transferable skills to pursue a wide range of careers.<br/><br/>**Why choose this course?**<br/>- No. 1 in the UK. Britains best university, ranked by students (Student Crowd University Awards, 2022)<br/><br/><br/>- Opportunity to tailor your degree programme based on your interests and career aspirations<br/><br/><br/>- Research active staff providing a worldwide perspective of key topics, challenges and issues<br/><br/><br/>- Enhance your career prospects with an International Year and experience life in a different country and explore new cultures <br/><br/><br/>International Relations is the study of global affairs, as well as ideas, interactions, and structures that affect almost everything around us. During your studies, you will learn about the causes of war and peace, regional and international security arrangements, foreign policy, international organisations, the history of international relations, British military and more. You will also develop a good understanding of traditional and critical approaches to global politics, from power-politics to the effects of gender and identity on current events. You will gain expertise on regional politics as well, focusing on Europe, the USA, East-Asia, the Middle East, African politics and more.<br/><br/>You will learn to interpret theory and text and present your findings and explanations through both written and verbal methods. This course will also equip you with key skills for research and allow you to develop both personally and professionally in becoming an independent thinker, preparing you for a career of your choice.<br/><br/>**About Keele**<br/><br/>Keele University was established in 1949 by the former Vice-Chancellor of Oxford University. Founded to meet the needs of a changing world, Keele has always had a pioneering vision to be a different kind of university.<br/><br/>We excel in both teaching and research, with some of the most satisfied students in England, and research that is changing lives for the better at a regional, national and global level.<br/><br/>Our beautiful 600-acre campus is one of the biggest in Britain – but all the most important services and facilities are on your doorstep, with accommodation, teaching spaces, facilities including a medical centre, sports centre and pharmacy, and a range of shops, eateries and entertainment venues – including the Students’ Union – clustered around the centre.