The BSc Politics and International Relations programme at RIC delves into global political systems and international dynamics. You’ll study units such as International Relations Theory, Comparative Politics, Poverty and Development, Foreign Policy Analysis, and Democracy. This programme prepares you for careers as policy analysts, diplomats, international consultants, and political advisers, equipping graduates for impactful roles in government, NGOs, international organisations, and academia.

Academic Direction

At RIC, our students benefit from academic direction provided by prestigious institutions such as the London School of Economics and Political Science, University College London, and King’s College London, among others. This collaboration ensures access to top-tier resources, leading experts, and cutting-edge research, enriching their educational experience and enhancing academic outcomes.

  • Applicant must hold at least 5 grades A – C at Ordinary Level, and 3 grades A – E at Advanced Level or equivalent.
  • This should include Ordinary Level Mathematics grade C or equivalent
  • Pass the internal Admission Test and interview

Level 100 courses

  • IR1198 International relations: theories, concepts and debates
  • PS1130 Introduction to international political thought
    OR
    PS1172 Introduction to political science.
  • Two 100 courses (or two half courses) from selection group F1

Level 200 and 300 courses

  • PS2082 Comparative politics
  • IR2209 International political theory
  • IR2085 International organisations
    OR
    IR2214 Foreign policy analysis
  • PS3086 Democracy and democratisation

Level 200 and 300 courses

  • TWO 300 courses from Selection groups E, IR or P
  • One course from Selection groups E, IR or P
  • One 100, 200 or 300 course (or two half courses) chosen from any Selection group

Recommended optional courses

  • IR3210 International political economy
  • DV3162 Complex emergencies and humanitarian responses
  • DV2192 Poverty and development
  • DV3166 Global environmental problems and politics
  • IR3140 Security in international relations
  • DV3165 Development management

Graduate entry route comprises 9 full courses (or equivalent)

  • Policy Analyst
  • Political Consultant
  • Human Rights Advocate
  • Public Relations Specialist
  • International Relations Specialist
  • Development Adviser
  • Government Relations Specialist
  • Diplomat

*This list is non-exhaustive

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