Global forces are shaping our decisions on crucial issues in contemporary international politics. On this course, you will develop an in-depth understanding of some of the crucial developments impacting our world including the rise of China and India, the crisis in Syria, the challenges of facing terrorism and the persistence of poverty and inequality in the global south. You'll be able to choose from a wide range of modules including Global Comparative Politics, Corruption and its Avoidance, Making of a Global World, Politics of Nationalism and American Presidency. Our teaching links theory and practice through simulations, engagement with House of Commons committees and the DMU Policy Commission – a supervised project-based module where staff and students work together to co-produce policy proposals in response to a contemporary political issue. **Key features:** - You will have the opportunity to go on field trips to the House of Commons and further afield to EU institutions in Brussels and our partner institution in Hong Kong. - DMU is the only university in the UK to hold both ‘Congress to Campus’ and ‘European Parliament to Campus’ events, featuring visits from prominent political figures to enhance your study experience. - DMU is recognised as a Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence because of the high standards of research and teaching in European Studies. - You'll be able to enjoy an international experience linked directly to your studies through our DMU Global programme. International Relations students have recently visited Hong Kong, Berlin, Washington D.C. and New York. Students in Brussels gained an understanding of the history of Europe and how that’s shaped life today. **International Relations with Languages** You can combine International Relations with a foreign language, from beginners to post-GCSE level. At a time when the graduate employment market is very competitive, having a recognised competence in a foreign language can set you apart from most other graduates and enhance your career prospects. You will take a 30 credit beginners’ or post-GSCE module in your chosen language (which will equate to two hours of language classes) and one hour of cultural studies per week, learning about the country and its people. You will also have the opportunity to put your skills into practice by studying abroad between years two and three. You can study either: • International Relations with French (at beginners’ or post-GCSE level) OR • International Relations with Mandarin Chinese (at beginner level only), with the opportunity to experience Chinese life on campus at the Confucius Institute

Year 1 Introduction to Politics Introduction to Contemporary International Relations Global Comparative Politics Introduction to Globalisation Year 2 Politics in Action Themes and Debates in Contemporary International Relations Theory Political Analysis Plus two of the following options: The Making of a Global World The Politics of the European Union Unity and Diversity in Contemporary America The Cold War Corruption and its Avoidance Year 3 International Relations Dissertation Plus three of these options: International Security in a Globalised World Politics of Nationalism Globalisation and Democracy American Presidency DMU Policy Commission Power, Politics and Morality

You will be taught through a combination of lectures, tutorials, seminars, group work and self-directed study. Assessment is through coursework (presentations, essays and reports) and usually an exam or test, which is typically weighted as follows in your first year: Exam: 33% Coursework: 67% These assessment weightings are indicative only. The exact weighting may vary depending on option modules chosen by students and teaching methods deployed by the academic member of staff each year. Indicative assessment weighting and assessment type per module are shown as part of the module information. Again these are based on the current academic session.

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26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Course code: L250

Institution code: D26

Campus Name: Leicester Campus

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The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

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Test	Grade	AdditionalDetails
IELTS (Academic)	6.0	including a minimum of 5.5 in each component

or equivalent

Student satisfaction : 75%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 65%

Go onto work and study: 85%

EU	14250.0	Year 1
England	9250.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
Scotland	9250.0	Year 1
Wales	9250.0	Year 1
International	14250.0	Year 1

Please note that fees for subsequent years of study for continuing students are subject to an annual review. Any increase in fee will be in line with RPI-X (linked to the retail price index) and the fee cap set by the Government.

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