Overview

Course Details

The International Relations and Global Security program at American Public University provides a robust and comprehensive exploration of foreign policy analysis, international organizations, global development, and international relations theory.

This bachelor’s degree in international relations and global security particularly emphasizes civic engagement and social responsibility. As you consider the interconnectedness of global economies, societies, and cultures, you will be challenged to sharpen your critical thinking skills in politics, economics, culture, and history.

Students must choose a concentration for this degree program:

Middle Eastern Studies
Comparative Politics and Area Studies

Globalization and Human Security
International Studies
Peacekeeping

What You Will Do

Distinguish the political, economic, social, and security theories, methods, and historic patterns of international relations applied to contemporary issues and actors within the world system
Explain the process and implications of interdependence among individuals, groups, states, and regions in the context of globalization
Analyze conflict within international systems related to the institutions of international law, diplomacy, and world order, including the prospects for sustainable peace
Assess the uniqueness of international organizations and other non-state actors within the international system of states
Evaluate the multidimensional effects of globalization and integration in human security, conflict resolution, and sustainable economic development

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Middle Eastern Culture
Global Politics of Islam
International Conflict Resolution

International Civil Order

International Relations

International Organizations
Human Rights

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Courses Start Monthly

Language

English

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Credits

120 SCH

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Charles Town, United States

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies International Relations Terrorism & Security View 43 other Bachelors in Area & Cultural Studies in United States

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

All APU undergraduate programs require a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent (i.e. GED).
Depending on your country of citizenship, you may be required to provide documentation of English proficiency
For degree programs, if you have earned college credits at a CHEA accredited institution or from a member university of Universities Canada , you will be required to submit our transfer credit evaluation (TCE) application when you apply.
If you have non-US transcripts, and you need to submit them for admission or for transfer credit, you will need to have them evaluated for U.S. equivalency by a university-approved agency.

TOEFL iBT minimum scores required: 21 in Reading, 23 in Writing

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

10500 USD / year

≈ 10500 USD / year
Out-of-State

10500 USD / year

≈ 10500 USD / year
Domestic

Applies to you

In-State

10500 USD / year

≈ 10500 USD / year

Additional Details

$250 with Preferred Military Rate
$315 with Veteran Grant

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Scholarships Information

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Programme Structure

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Credits

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Additional Details

Funding

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