The BA International Relations with Integrated Foundation Year at Aberystwyth University is your gateway to understanding the complex forces shaping global politics and addressing critical international challenges. This undergraduate degree is ideal if you aspire to analyse world events, from the rise of new global powers to the intricate nature of interconnected problems, but need a foundational year to build your academic skills. You will explore core concepts in international politics, develop essential analytical abilities, and gain a deep appreciation for how historical transformations influence contemporary global dynamics.
This full-time, on-campus programme spans four years, beginning with a dedicated foundation year designed to equip you with the necessary academic grounding. You will then progress to study key areas such as international security, global development, and political theory, with opportunities to specialise through a wide range of optional modules like 'Climate Change Politics' or 'Science, Technology, and International Relations'. You will develop your research capabilities, culminating in a significant dissertation in your final year, preparing you for careers in diplomacy, international organisations, policy analysis, and beyond.