International Relations with History (Hons) University of Portsmouth

Overview

Through the International Relations with History (Hons) course offered at University of Portsmouth you'll examine international issues such as the causes of conflicts, the challenges of managing migration and the global response to climate change. You'll look at current problems, past responses and government and global policies. You'll also study British and global history and develop your skills in research and analysis.

This course will set you up for a career or postgraduate study in areas such as government, the international charity sector, international organisations (such as the UN), culture and heritage, museums and international business. You'll have sought-after qualities you can transfer easily to the workplace in roles that involve analysis, research, communication and teamwork.

Career opportunities:

When you finish the course, our Careers and Employability service can help you find a job that puts your skills to work and support you in identifying postgraduate study opportunities.

Graduates from this degree have gone on to careers in areas such as:

• government
• the security services
• international organisations like the UN
• international charities such as Amnesty International and the Red Cross
• policy research
• media and international business consultancy
• political risk analysis
• public relations
• journalism
• law
• teaching
• administration
• the heritage sector and museums
• publishing

Job roles former students have gone on to include:

• politician’s researcher
• public affairs consultant
• social researcher
• political analyst
• conference organiser
• local government administrator
• archivist
• museum curator
• public relations officer
• information analyst