International Relations Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Why choose this course\
International relations is about competition for power in the international political system, and the possibilities for co-operation to address shared global challenges.

* Take the opportunity to get industry-ready with our award-winning [Professional Training placements](https://www.surrey.ac.uk/professional-training-placements).

* Our BSc (Hons) International Relations course will introduce you to global questions of strategy and great power conflict, international organisations, diplomacy and foreign policy-making.

* Along the way, you’ll be able to address the social and political issues behind the biggest debates in contemporary international affairs.

* We’re nationally and internationally recognised for teaching innovation, with particular specialisms in simulations and game-based learning.

We’re preparing you for the future by integrating AI into every course, building digital skills, confidence and creativity that employers value in tomorrow’s workplace.

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. You will develop transferable qualitative and quantitative research skills, and learn how to design and carry out research projects using market-leading data analysis software.

We invite expert practitioners from international organisations and industry deliver regular guest lectures.

You will have the opportunity to develop and apply primary research skills on a topic of your choice if you choose to write a dissertation in your final year.