BA in International Relations in Boston United States | Suffolk University

As an international relations student, you'll acquire comprehensive knowledge about how nations and institutions tackle critical global issues like human rights, transitional justice, nuclear arms control, environmental crises, economic disparities, and public health emergencies. Through collaboration with distinguished professors, you'll master analytical techniques to examine the intricate political, legal, economic, and cultural aspects of international governance—while cultivating specialized skills to advance your professional journey.
Our international relations curriculum enables students to: Examine worldwide political influence, belief systems, laws, military tactics, and disputes, Hone mediation and statecraft abilities, Produce polished writing across international policy fields, including analytical reports, opinion pieces, academic research, and policy briefs, Interact competently with diverse cultures through language acquisition and overseas study programs, Acquire programming skills using R, a freely available statistical analysis tool.
Students are strongly advised to gain practical experience through internships for academic credit. Top internship destinations include Boston, Washington, D.C., London, and Brussels, though global opportunities—both in-person and virtual—are available worldwide.