Politics and International Relations (Hons)

Overview

On the  Politics and International Relations (Hons)  offered by the Loughborough University  you will study the ideas that have shaped the development of domestic and international politics, the creation of states, and the systems by which we organise our political lives. 

The Politics and International Relations degree will give the opportunity to study the relationships between states on the world stage, and debate key issues and events as they unfold. You will learn about political theory, institutions, and history, and you will be asked to question your own role in world politics, what is required of you as a citizen of a state (and of the world), the practical and theoretical difficulties faced by decision makers across the world, and how actually existing states have sought to resolve these difficulties.

Our Politics and International Relations degree therefore equips you with knowledge and understanding of political and international events, ideas, and institutions. In learning about these, you will also learn the skills of argument and analysis which are essential to your own intellectual development, but also for a wide range of careers.

Your future career

• This course will provide you with key skills sought after by employers worldwide, preparing you for a rewarding future in your desired field, whatever this may be.
• Our students gain a multitude of transferable skills through studying Politics and International Relations, such as critical reasoning and analysis, the ability to plan and research work, lead and participate in discussion and debate, and work efficiently both independently and as part of a team.
• Students who study Politics and International Relations with us continually prove successful in their career endeavours after graduating. Our focus on academic rigour and transferable skills has made our graduates attractive to employers from a range of industries and professions, such as marketing, finance, politics, public relations, publishing, journalism, charity, and human resources.