Political Science: International Relations and Organisations

Universiteit Leiden

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Deze opleiding



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locatieDen Haag
diplomabsc B Politicologie
typeregulier
start1 september
taalvolledig English
opleidingsduur3 jaar voltijd
accreditatiesNVAO
croho-code56606
numerus fixusnee
honoursnee
You choose International Relations and Organisations (IRO) because you are fascinated by global affairs and the dynamics of international cooperation and conflict, and you prefer in-depth analysis over unsubstantiated opinion. Your open mind, inquisitive and critical attitude, as well as your willingness to invest in acquiring new knowledge and skills, makes that you fit in perfectly with your fellow IRO-students.

Studying IRO means understanding the real story behind today's headlines; working with excellent academic teachers and researchers; developing skills in research, writing and presenting; and being part of an international classroom and community.

IRO is a 3-year BSc degree programme and part of Leiden University's Political Science curriculum. It is taught in The Hague, the city in which politics and international relations converge. The Hague is the third UN city and host to many international organisations, embassies, and NGOs. The city houses many nationalities; as an internationally oriented student you will feel at home.

Preparing you for a wide range of interesting MSc options, IRO is an excellent first step in your international career.

Onderwijs

taal van onderwijs100% en
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afstandsonderwijsn.v.t.
onderwijsvormen
case study, computer exercise, group assignment, group discussion, individual assignment, lecture, literature study, oral presentation, research project, research proposal, self study, seminar, tutorial, working group
instruction modes

During the first year, you familiarise yourself with the basics of the discipline and study related subjects, such as economics and history. Also, you practice text analysis, debating, and academic writing.

The second year  offers you in-depth courses focusing on topics as global justice and international security.

In the third year you zoom in on topics of your choice. In addition, you can choose to do electives or a minor, study abroad, or do a research internship.



objectives

As a graduate from the programme Political Science: International Relations and Organisations (BSc) you possess knowledge and understanding of the discipline of Political Science and you have been introduced to doing to original research and the frontiers of the discipline.

You have a grasp of the key concepts in the study of political phenomena such as politics, the state, political systems, democracy, power, influence, policy, political culture, political behaviour, international regimes, international organisations, political conflict and conflict resolution. You have acquainted yourself with theories, models and approaches in the analysis of political phenomena at national and international level. Also, you have a basis in the methodology and techniques of political science research, statistical analysis and ethical aspects of scholarship.

You are able to independently design and conduct research, report about the outcomes. You are well prepared for further studying Political Science and related subjects at master's level in the Netherlands or abroad.



Keuzehulp

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Studievergelijker

1/8 Leiden University
Politicologie
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
488 eerstejaars
57% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
80% Nederlandstalig
20% Engelstalig
2/8 Leiden University
International Relations and Organisations
€ 326 gemiddelde kamerhuur
488 eerstejaars
57% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
3/8 Leiden University
Internationale Politiek
€ 350 gemiddelde kamerhuur
488 eerstejaars
57% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
80% Nederlandstalig
20% Engelstalig
4/8 Radboud University Nijmegen
Politicologie
star Elsevier
€ 315 gemiddelde kamerhuur
74 eerstejaars
39% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
70% Nederlandstalig
30% Engelstalig
5/8 University of Amsterdam
Political Science
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur
220 eerstejaars
54% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
6/8 University of Amsterdam
Politicologie
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur
220 eerstejaars
54% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
70% Nederlandstalig
30% Engelstalig
7/8 VU University Amsterdam
Politicologie
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur
25 eerstejaars
52% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
50% Nederlandstalig
50% Engelstalig
8/8 VU University Amsterdam
Global Politics
€ 424 gemiddelde kamerhuur
25 eerstejaars
52% vrouw
? uur contacttijd/week
100% Engelstalig
disclaimer: bovenstaande cijfers en beoordelingen zijn aangeleverd door de opleidingen zelf. Wij kunnen de juistheid niet garanderen.

Na de studie

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Beroepsperspectief / arbeidsmarkt

Studying International Relations and Organisations (IRO) you are building a foundation that will benefit you in your future career, whether as part of an international organisation, or as a journalist or consultant.

Typically, students with a bachelor's and master's degree in international relations or political science find jobs in the European Union, the United Nations, government, a multinational or non-governmental organisation, international organisations, or national organisations.

Most of our alumni work in policy-making, strategic analysis, research and education, management, consultancy, diplomacy, administration, and politics.



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