International Relations

Overview

The International Relations programme from Unicaf Scholarships will critically engage with theoretical approaches to International Relations in order to better understand the world.

To further aid understanding of the world, the programme will critically examine in-depth issues of enduring international significance, including: conflict, the role of multilateral institutions, US foreign policy, state-building in the colonial and post-colonial world, and the role of humanitarian actions by state and non-state actors. The programme will enable students to carry out original and independent research through developing research methodologies appropriate to the study of International Relations.

Target award Learning Outcomes - Master of Arts

A student successfully completing the programme of study will have acquired the following subject knowledge and understanding as well as skills and other attributes.A student who is eligible for this award will be able to:

• 1. Display a critical awareness of political, historical and legal aspects of international relations.
• 2. Demonstrate an advanced understanding of debates that inform an appreciation of International Relations,International Relations theory and related subjects.
• 3. Draw upon knowledge of the ways in which theories and concepts have developed in particular contexts in their assessment of relevant issues and debates.