Politics and International Relations Northeastern University London

Overview

The B.Sc. in Politics and International Relations (Hons) at Northeastern University London covers how government and society are organised, political ideas and ideologies, and international relations: including war, peace, security, economies, globalisation and more.

You’ll explore the relationship between the individual and the state, sources of authority and forms of government, as well as their implications for policy-making.

Key facts

• examine key ideas and research methods in contemporary politics and international relations, exploring subjects such as sovereignty, power, war and peace
• discuss state institutions, and how their formation and development contribute to democracies
• evaluate the circumstances that affect international conflict or cooperation
• study the impact of global imperial history on international relations today, with a focus on post-colonial and decolonial theories
• gain an understanding of the history, politics and policies of the EU, and its role in trade, aid, conflict resolution and fostering democratisation
• discover critical and theoretical approaches to political speech, from policymaking to rhetoric and public engagement via traditional and social media
• learn about the inner workings of key international organisations, and their varied methods for tackling regional and global problems
• explore concepts of security and stability – in terms of not only armed conflict, but broader issues such as minority rights, poverty, climate change and disease