Embark on the International Relations and Politics BA (Hons) at the University of Portsmouth, a degree designed to equip you with a deep understanding of the complex forces shaping our world. You will explore critical global issues such as international development, political thought, and the dynamics of comparative European politics, gaining insights into the institutions and ideologies that drive international relations and domestic policy. This programme is ideal for students driven by a desire to analyse contemporary challenges, from climate crises to foreign policy, and to develop the analytical skills necessary to navigate and influence an increasingly interconnected global landscape.
This full-time, on-campus undergraduate degree is studied over three years, offering a structured yet flexible curriculum. You will engage with modules covering key themes in international relations, political analysis, and global development, with opportunities to specialise in areas like foreign policy, autocracy and democracy, or the geopolitics of Africa. Throughout your studies, you will develop essential research skills, culminating in a significant dissertation or major project in your final year. You will graduate with a strong foundation for careers in diplomacy, policy analysis, international organisations, journalism, or further academic research.