Bachelor in International Relations

At Altınbaş University, tuition fees are 6,250 USD per year.

International Relations studies how states, international organizations, and non-state actors interact across political, economic, and security dimensions. Coursework typically covers international political theory, diplomacy, global governance, international law, foreign policy analysis, and regional studies covering different parts of the world. Students learn to analyze conflicts, negotiations, and cooperation between nations, examining case studies from historical and contemporary international affairs. The curriculum often incorporates political economy and security studies, giving students tools to assess how trade, resources, and military power shape global relationships. Research and writing skills are emphasized throughout, preparing students to produce policy analysis and academic argument on complex international issues. Graduates pursue careers in diplomacy, international organizations, government agencies, non-governmental organizations, journalism, and international business, or continue into graduate study in political science or law. This bachelor program runs for 4 years and is taught in English at Altınbaş University in İstanbul, Turkey. English-medium instruction supports engagement with the global scholarship and diplomatic communication that dominate the field, while İstanbul's position as a historic crossroads between Europe and Asia offers a distinctive vantage point for studying international affairs.