The Global Affairs, Politics and International Relations with History BA (Hons) at the University of Chester is designed for intellectually curious students eager to understand the complex forces shaping our world. You will explore the critical questions and challenges in global affairs, examining historical patterns of globalisation and challenging Western-centric views through the lens of Eastern and Southern-led processes. This degree empowers you to critically assess how global events are portrayed, developing analytical and methodological tools to decode international relations and political communication. By interrogating key concepts and thinkers, you will gain the skills to make sense of political relationships and contribute to contemporary global debates.
Studied full-time on campus over three years, this undergraduate degree offers a dynamic learning experience. You will engage with contemporary global challenges, including conflict, security, international trade, and global development, with opportunities for experiential learning and a professional placement in your second year. Your final year focuses on specialised subjects and a major independent project, such as a dissertation or policy paper, culminating in a professional conference. You will graduate with enhanced theoretical, applied, and professional skills, prepared for careers in diplomacy, international organisations, policy analysis, or academia.