International Reliefs brings together history, political theory, international political economy, diplomacy, security and research methods. It suits students who like global issues, read, write, validate and analyse.
I. What do you read?
King's International Relations BA, with four pillars: International History, IR Theory, International Policy Economic and International Practice, covers IR Theory, History of the International System, International Economics, Conflict and Diplomacy, Continental Security Issues in the first year.
Where's the difference with Political Science?
(a) Policy Science, which covers domestic politics, elections, institutions, comparative politics and public policy; International Reliefs focuses more on interaction between States and transnational actors, diplomacy, security, war, the international system and the global political economy.
III. Do high school have to start with specific subjects?
Not necessarily. IR BA of King's does not specify assigned subjects. History, Economics, Politics, Engineering, etc. will help, but it is really important to read, validate, interpret and write.
For what students?
There is a continuing interest in international news, peace of war, diplomacy, international organizations, the global economy and geopolitics, and a willingness to read and write in large numbers.
V. Common career
Governments, foreign affairs, international organizations, NGOs, policy research, risk analysis, consultants, media, international enterprises, research institutes and law.
