Politics & International Relations, BA, with industry placement

Coventry University's BA in Politics and International Relations explores how countries are governed, foreign policies are shaped, and global events affect local communities. Students delve into national and international affairs through modules on regions like Africa, America, Europe, the Middle East, and East Asia, while gaining insights into interconnected global dynamics, peaceful international relations, and the roles of governments, organizations, and individuals.Key benefits include teaching by research-active staff, multidisciplinary approaches from experts in politics and security, and skill development in analysis and communication. The course features a common first year with options to specialize later, a potential placement year for practical experience, and assessments through essays, presentations, reports, and projects, preparing graduates for professional roles.

This course has a common first year. The common first year enables you to work alongside students doing similar courses to you, to widen your knowledge and exposure to other subject areas and professions. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with other students, so you can share your insights and experience which will help you to develop and learn. If you discover an interest in a specific subject you have studied, upon successful completion of your first year, you could swap degrees with another course in your common first year (subject to meeting progression requirements). Year One Modules Ideas and Concepts that Shape the World Nations and Nationalism: From to Unification to Annihilation The Making of the Globalised World After Destruction: The World since 1945 Power, People, and the State Freedom, Rights and Democracy Year Two In year two, you will develop more advanced knowledge and skills to do with: global security, foreign policy, and modern British politics, amongst others. Year Two Modules Emerging Powers and Global Order Foreign Policy Analysis Ethics and International Relations The Far Right in Contemporary Europe Making Humanities: Open Project British Politics since 1997  Placement Year There’s no better way to find out what you love doing than trying it out for yourself, which is why a work placement* can often be beneficial. Work placements usually occur between your second and final year of study. They’re a great way to help you explore your potential career path and gain valuable work experience, whilst developing transferable skills for the future. If you choose to do a work placement year, you will pay a reduced tuition fee* of £1,250. For more information, please go to the fees and funding section. During this time you will receive guidance from your employer or partner institution, along with your assigned academic mentor who will ensure you have the support you need to complete your placement. Final Year Your final year aims to bring you to the level to enter the world of work by consolidating your knowledge and skills from Year one and two. You could also work on a large final project in an area of your interest, with the support of a mentor and your Academic Personal Tutor. Modules Independent Project United States' Foreign Policy since 1945 Chinese Politics, Foreign Relations and Security International Relations of South Asia The Far Right in Britain and France The Green Movement: The Search for Sustainability Political Ideologies since 1945 Politics of the Middle East We regularly review our course content, to make it relevant and current for the benefit of our students. For these reasons, course modules may be updated. Before accepting any offers, please check the website for the most up to date course content. *For further information please check the course page on the Coventry University website