Bachelor in International Relations
International relations is an interdisciplinary field of study that examines the relationships and interactions between nation-states, international organizations and non-state actors. As a student with a major or minor in international relations, you will learn about such topics as international politics, diplomacy, international law, international security and global governance.
While preparing for careers with governmental agencies, NGOs and domestic and global commercial operations—or further study in graduate school—you’ll also study the relations between nations, including the distribution of power, decision-making and conflict resolution.
Using real-world examples from the pages of history, you’ll study the ways in which states interact with each other, including the role of international organizations and treaties and the rules and norms that govern these interactions. You’ll also explore how states cooperate through international organizations—such as the United Nations and NATO—to manage global issues, such as security, human rights, international justice, conflict, economic development and environmental protection.
Through the lenses of history and current events, IR students also explore the causes and consequences of conflict and the strategies used to maintain peace and security in the international system, seeking to understand the economic, political and social implications of the increasing interconnectedness of the world's economies.
You will have a variety of career paths open to you, prepared to work in a governmental, social or business environment within an international context. Training in advanced language skills, combined with historical and political knowledge of specific regions of the world, will make you very competitive in the job market.
Intakes
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Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
Explore career opportunities where you will be able to build a meaningful career, make an impact working alongside your neighbors, embrace our mission to improve the lives of others- to create a future everyone can share in. We are looking for problem-solvers who always think bigger- and whose ingenuity is driven by passion, compassion and empathy.
Duquesne University offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support overall well-being including: health, wellness, work-life balance, and planning for a successful career and future.
- Generous time off
- Maternity/Parental Leave
- Retirement Planning
- Choices for comprehensive medical insurance
- Long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
PSW Opportunity
Post-Study Work visa or permit, allowing international students on F-1 visas to work in the US after completing their studies, typically through Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Eligibility:
To be eligible for OPT, students must have been enrolled full-time in a US educational institution for at least one academic year and be seeking work related to their major.
Duration:
Students can apply for up to 12 months of OPT, either before they finish their studies (pre-completion) or after graduation (post-completion).
STEM OPT:
Students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields can apply for an extended OPT period of up to 24 months.
Contact our PSA counselor for more information
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
India
You are required to send all of your university transcripts (grade reports) with your application. Each program evaluates your university performance differently, but most will require that you submit a GRE or GMAT score and a TOEFL score in some cases.
Students with the following minimum scores will begin full-time academic study upon arrival:
TOEFL 70
IELTS 6.0
Duolingo English Test 105 (only accepted for some academic programs)
PTE Academic 48 (only accepted for some academic programs)
A score of 540 or higher on the SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing section (only accepted for some academic programs)
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Bachelors/UG Degree
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
195944 USD
Average Cost of Living: 14000 USD /year
Application Fee: 50 USD
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