Bachelor in Bsc International Relations

University of Plymouth, situated on England’s southwest coast, is a modern, student-centred university with around 18,000 students and a welcoming international community. The campus blends contemporary facilities with strong industry links, particularly in marine science, health, engineering and business. Plymouth emphasises practical learning and employability, offering placements, internships and project-based modules that connect students directly with employers and local partners.

International students find Plymouth attractive for its supportive campus services, range of student societies and manageable city scale that balances urban amenities with coastal lifestyle. The university provides pre‑arrival guidance, English language support and dedicated international student teams to ease transition and help with accommodation, visas and wellbeing. Teaching approaches combine lectures, labs and applied projects, while research-active staff bring real-world problems into the classroom.

Graduates from Plymouth benefit from strong regional and national employer engagement, which can lead to placements, graduate roles and entrepreneurial support through incubators and career services. The city’s quality of life, lower cost compared with larger UK cities and emphasis on hands-on learning make Plymouth a practical choice for students seeking a balanced academic experience and strong prospects for work or further study after graduation.

How do states navigate an increasingly interconnected world, and what forces shape the global order? This programme invites you to examine the complex dynamics of international relations, blending rigorous academic theory with the practical demands of diplomacy, governance, and law. Set in Plymouth, a city with a unique vantage point on global affairs, this course moves beyond the classroom to help you engage with real-world decision-making processes, including opportunities to represent the university at Model UN events.

You will be challenged to sharpen your critical thinking, moving from foundational understandings of the international system to a sophisticated analysis of key contemporary issues like climate crises, security, and global inequality. Our teaching is deeply rooted in cutting-edge research, with modules covering everything from the evolution of NATO and EU governance to Middle Eastern political movements and the politics of the Global South. Designed for those who want to turn their interest in current affairs into a career-ready skill set, the curriculum offers the flexibility to tailor your studies to your own intellectual ambitions and professional goals.