International Relations BA (hons) in University of Portsmouth, UK

International Relations BA (hons) in University of Portsmouth

Do you ever look at the issues the global community faces and wonder why they haven't been dealt with yet? On this BA (Hons) International Relations degree course, you'll learn skills and knowledge you need to help solve these problems.

You'll examine international issues such as the causes of conflict, the challenges of managing migration and the global rise of populism. You'll look at current problems, and the response of government agents.

This will set you up for a career in government, security and intelligence. You could work with international institutions, such as the UN or international charities. You'll be equally suited to take your studies to postgraduate level.

Optional pathways

On this course, you can study history or international development alongside your international relations degree. This will lead to one of these awards at the end of the course:

• BA (Hons) International Relations with History
• BA (Hons) International Relations with International Development

Careers and opportunities

When you finish the course, our Careers and Employability service can support you in identifying postgraduate study opportunities or help you find a job that puts your skills to work.

What can you do with an International Relations degree?

Graduates from this degree have gone on to careers in areas such as:

• government
• the security services
• international organisations like the UN
• international charities such as Amnesty International and the Red Cross
• policy research
• media and international business consultancy
• political risk analysis
• public relations

What jobs can you do with an International Relations degree?

Job roles former students have gone on to include:

• parliamentary researcher
• political advisor
• public affairs consultant
• social researcher
• political risk analyst
• conference organiser
• local government administrator

After you leave the University, you can get help, advice and support for up to 5 years from our Careers and Employability service as you advance in your career.

 

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