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Examine worldwide challenges including poverty, financial crises, and food shortages, while learning to tackle humanity's pressing problems through the lens of international relations. Develop a global viewpoint by studying how countries engage with each other internationally.Throughout this program, you will:Analyze critical global concerns like security, economic instability, and hungerLearn approaches to solve human challenges from an international relations standpointInvestigate global disparities, the emergence of dominant nations, and the nature of worldwide powerStudy how pivotal events such as the Cold War, globalization, shifting power dynamics, and new security threats have influenced our planetAssess theories of global politics and diplomacy while examining the ideologies, policies, and institutions underlying international affairsInvestigate conflict scenarios and the difficulties encountered by nations and international bodies in maintaining stabilityParticipate in a practical volunteering opportunity to gain professional experience in this fieldDevelop analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilitiesTeaching & LearningSelf-directed learning forms a fundamental part of university education, requiring extensive independent research, reading, and assignment preparation. The program's modular structure helps organize your schedule and establish productive study habits. Beyond formal classes, various support services are available to enhance your independent learning, including subject-specialist librarians and personalized academic guidance from your assigned advisor.Career OpportunitiesThis program equips you with essential skills for careers in international relations and global politics. Your selected specializations will help customize your knowledge to align with your professional aspirations.
UCAS Tariff Points: 112 points required (Minimum 72 from two A Levels or equivalent, excluding General Studies), GCSEs - GCSE English Language at Grade 4 or above (Grade C for GCSEs taken before 2017) or equivalent. Key Skills Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2 and the Certificate in Adult Literacy are accepted in place of GCSEs, Access to HE Diploma - Pass overall with a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points, T Levels - Pass overall with a minimum of 112 UCAS tariff points, including a C or above on the core, Scottish Awards - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade B or above, Irish Leaving Certificate - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 subjects at higher level of which at least 3 must be grade H3 or above, International baccalaureate - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 3 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade H5 or above. IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification, TOEFL iBT total of 79 to 89 Minimum for Reading (18), Listening (17), Speaking (20) and Writing (17).