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International Relations and Asian Studies BA

University Park Campus, Nottingham, UK

Course overview

Our BA International Relations and Asian Studies course explores the growth of Asia's economic and political influence on global affairs. You'll delve into key themes such as the evolution of the Asian continent and the complex challenges of global politics.

Our teaching is underpinned by the work of our Asia Research Institute and Taiwan Research Hub, which address the major political, social, and economic challenges of the region. This means you'll be learning from experts who are at the forefront of research and policymaking in Asia.

You'll also have the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in the culture of the region as you can spend your second year studying at either our China or Malaysia campus. Optional modules allow you to tailor your degree to your interests and career goals, whether you're interested in environmental governance, security, the media, or social and global justice.

Our graduates have found success in a range of roles across the private, public, and charitable sectors. You could work as a parliamentary assistant, councillor, civil servant, researcher, or data analyst. Graduate destinations have included AON, the BBC, Citibank, Civil Service, House of Commons, and Unison.

By studying with us, you'll gain valuable insights into the evolving relationships between Asia and the West and develop the skills you need to thrive in a changing global landscape.
 

Indicative modules

Mandatory

Year 1

International Politics of the Asia-Pacific

Mandatory

Year 1

Introduction to Comparative Politics

Mandatory

Year 1

Introduction to Political Theory

Mandatory

Year 1

Problems in Global Politics

Mandatory

Year 1

Understanding Global Politics

Optional

Year 1

British Constitution in Crisis

Optional

Year 1

Political Theory in Practice

Mandatory

Year 2

Politics and Public Policy in China

Optional

Year 2

British Party Politics

Optional

Year 2

Democracy and its Critics

Optional

Year 2

Experiencing National Identity

Optional

Year 2

Global Security

Optional

Year 2

How Voters Decide

Optional

Year 2

International Political Economy and Global Development

Optional

Year 2

International Politics in the 20th Century

Optional

Year 2

Social and Global Justice

Optional

Year 2

The Transformation of European Politics

Optional

Year 3

African Politics

Optional

Year 3

China in Global Politics

Optional

Year 3

Dissertation

Optional

Year 3

Gender and Political Representation

Optional

Year 3

Ideas and Politics in Contemporary Britain

Optional

Year 3

Inside Out: The UK and the EU

Optional

Year 3

Left and Right in Contemporary Politics

Optional

Year 3

The Middle East and the World

Optional

Year 3

Political Challenges and Multiple Crises in the Global Economy

Optional

Year 3

Political Parties and Party Systems Around the Globe

Optional

Year 3

Political Violence

Optional

Year 3

Politics Placement

Optional

Year 3

Race and Politics

Optional

Year 3

Responding to Extremism: Politics, Power, and Ethics

Optional

Year 3

Secret Intelligence and International Security

Optional

Year 3

Special Relationship? Anglo-American Security Relations

Optional

Year 3

The EU as a Global Power

Optional

Year 3

The Good, The Bad and The Ugly: The Morality of Capitalism

Optional

Year 3

The Politics of Ethnic Conflict

Optional

Year 3

The Politics of Human Rights

Optional

Year 3

The Politics of Inequality

Optional

Year 3

The Russo-Ukranian War

Optional

Year 3

The Struggle for Democracy

Optional

Year 3

Theories of the Modern State

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About modules

The above is a sample of the typical modules we offer, but is not intended to be construed or relied on as a definitive list of what might be available in any given year. This content was last updated on Thursday 5 December 2024. Due to timetabling availability, there may be restrictions on some module combinations.

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Open Day June 2022