On this course, you will learn how to analyse contemporary events in international politics and develop policy responses to them. Lecturers will help you to identify the underlying global forces that shape decisions on crucial issues like the rise of China, the Syrian crisis, climate change and development. On the Joint Honours route you will study International Relations for 50 per cent of your study time, and for the other 50 per cent you will study Politics modules. This course is perfect if you are interested in a career in global politics, public affairs, foreign policy or humanitarian initiatives. **Key features:** - Innovative teaching approaches linking theory and practice such as simulations, engagement with House of Commons committees and the DMU Policy Commission - A unique learning environment, with the opportunity to participate in real debates, attend conferences and learn from guest speakers which have included prominent political figures such as the former Prime Minister Gordon Brown and the House of Commons Speaker, Rt Hon John Bercow - The only university in the UK to hold both Congress to Campus and European Parliament to Campus with former members of US Congress and former Members of European Parliament to enhance your study experience - Join our lively Politics Society with topical debates and well-known guest speakers which have included David Blunkett and Alastair Campbell in previous years - Attend talks from practitioners and alumni to help you develop an understanding of the range of potential careers for International Relations graduates - DMU is recognised as a Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence as a result of research and teaching excellence in European studies - Enjoy an international experience with DMU Global, trips have included Hong Kong, Berlin, Brussels, Washington and New York. Previous students went to Germany and analysed the impact of the cold war on Berlin and considered how politics has affected the economy. - Our DMU Works careers programme can help you get work-ready through placement opportunities with local, national and global companies previous students have secured placements at Rolls Royce, GlaxoSmithKline, Heathrow Airport and the House of Commons

Year 1 Introduction to Politics Introduction to Contemporary International Relations Introduction to Globalisation Global Comparative Politics Year 2 Political Thought Themes and Debates in International Relations Theory Plus option modules from the following indicative list: The Politics of the European Union The Cold War Unity and Diversity in Contemporary America The Making of a Global World Politics in Action Corruption and its Avoidance Political Analysis Year 3 Dissertation Plus option modules from the following indicative list: Globalisation and Democracy International Security in a Globalised World American Presidency Power, Politics and Morality Health Strategy and Management Public Policy Making Managing the Environment Nationalism

You will be taught by a team whose work has achieved top scores in quality assessment exercises and by individuals who have National Teaching Fellow Status in recognition of their outstanding teaching. We are also active researchers and share our current work with you. We use a variety of formats in our classes. In the first two years you attend weekly hour-long lectures and seminars in which you discuss the issues raised in lectures. In the third year teaching is in a two-hour workshop format where you often get to decide on the topics that are debated. Throughout the course you will read around the areas being covered using course books and you must keep yourself up-to-date with developments in current affairs. Assessment is through coursework (presentations, seminar contributions, your portfolio, essays and reports) and usually an exam or test. You will also be challenged through simulation games, problem solving exercises, online collaborative projects and policy papers. Assessment is typically weighted as follows in the first year of International Relations and Politics BA (Hons): Exam: 33% Coursework: 67%

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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: L245

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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