Bachelor of International Relations (Degree)

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Description:

International Relations is the study of how countries relate to each other, depend on each other for cooperation, share mutual benefits and deal with global challenges such as climate change, trans-national crimes, terrorism, etc.

This is a Bachelors Program which introduces students to key concepts and theories of International Relations. Students are expected to develop an understanding of the International System – the structure and processes in which states act as separate entities yet they agree or disagree to cooperate with each other in various areas. Apart from states, they will explore vital concepts, models and practices of international organizations and the laws that govern states’ behaviors.

Students will analyze security issues that threaten states as well as the international community and how they deal with them. They will describe the changing World Order and the efforts in maintaining Peace and Stability. Moreover, they will analyze how economic activities determine states’ behaviors.

Activities and assignments will further enhance and broaden students’ understanding of the key concepts and theories.

Requirements:

Students for this could will have completed any of our Diploma Programs or the Free Introduction Course with good grades. 

Students with high grades in Year 12 or equivalent can also apply.

Working class people with a background in Social Science, Politics, Public Administration or related fields can also apply.  

Learning Outcomes:

By the end of the program, students will be able to;

• Develop an understanding of the key concepts and theories of International Relations;
• Relate the concepts, processes, models and practices to describe the International System and the Changing World Order;
• Grasp an understanding on how they could potentially apply the knowledge and skills at their workplace in terms of interpreting Current Affairs, World News, analyzing Foreign Policy and applying Diplomatic Skills, where necessary;
• Analyze some of the model organizations or world events and draw vital conclusions, recommendations and lessons from them;
• Demonstrate the skills and knowledge in completing assignments and reports.
• Present a Major Report based on Research.

Key Attributes / Expected Outcomes:

After completing this course program, students can proceed to find jobs in the following;

• the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade (MFAT/DFAT);
• the International Relations Department of the Prime Minister (or President);
• Diplomatic Missions overseas;
• Diplomatic Missions located in your country such as Embassies, High Commissions & Consuls;
• Foreign Policy Analyst with your government;
• Strategic Military Intelligence and advisory task;
• International Organizations such as United Nations agencies, NGOs and other Inter-Governmental Organizations;
• Foreign Policy Correspondent or Political Analyst (journalist); and
• many more.

Students can also proceed to do Postgraduate Studies overseas in areas related to International Relations. 

Contents

1. Introduction to International Relations (theories & concepts)
2. The Changing World Order
3. Maintaining International Peace & Security
4. International Political Economy (Economic Relations)
5. The Roles of International Organizations in Development
6. Foreign Policy Analysis
7. Critical thinking & Strategic Planning
8. Tools used in Diplomacy & Negotiations in the 21^st Century
9. Case Study; Foreign Affairs & Trade of your country
10. Globalization & Diplomatic Relations
11. Key Skills & Qualities of a Good Diplomat
12. Research Skills & Major Research Project

Learning / Teaching Strategies

• Learning and teaching strategies involve the Flexible Learning (online) model with Blended Learning where students will have to maintain correspondences through, email and the use of Internet using our website.
• Our global portal (this website) has online application, course outlines, course materials, etc. Students can just apply, login, study and interact.
• Students can study from anywhere in the world using any device to access their online account (phones, tablets, laptops, media-pads, etc).
• Assignments can be submitted via email or upload from this website. Corrections/comments and feedback will also be sent to students via email. Consultation and queries can be addressed anytime (24/7). Make use of our Facebook Page too;
• The course coordinators/lecturers/tutors can be contacted any time for consultation, queries, explanations, discussions, etc.
• Successful completion of the course depends on the achievements of all the learning objectives and areas of competency as assessed.
• Students will submit a Major Research Report on a particular topic in International Relations.

Assessment:

Student will complete activities and assignments on the Activity Booklet and submit them as soon as they complete them. Feedback, corrections and comments will be sent back to students for reflection and further self-evaluation.

Those activities include;

1. analyzing of the key concepts, theories, processes and practices in International Relations;
2. Demonstrating the application of concepts/theories especially analyzing individual states’ Foreign Policy decisions and their actions in the international arena.
3. Completing all activities on lectures and the Major Assignments.
4. Completing a Major Research Report on a topic in International Relations.

Evaluation:

There will be an evaluation of the course at the end of the program where individual students will give feedback in terms of rating, describing and provide personal perception of the course itself, the modes of delivery, teaching methods, content cover, facilities, etc.

At the end of the course, students will receive their Bachelors Degree with a Reference.

References:

Key references are mentioned on the lecture notes as footnotes at the bottom of the materials. Other materials are mentioned in the course booklet.

Extra readings will be issued from time to time in order to broaden students’ understanding.

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