BA (Hons.) Geography & International Relations

The Geography and International Relations course, offered by the University of Chester, provides students a unique combination of knowledge in location-based matters and global affairs. The course is designed to integrate the study of geographic space, human society, Earth systems and geopolitics - thereby recognizing the interconnectedness of global challenges.Course Content: This course covers a variety of topics across both disciplines including Geography and International Relations. The geography aspect of the course encourages students to explore key physical, environmental and human geographies, whilst the international relations component encourages understanding of security, conflict and peace, development and inequality, citizenship and identity, and diplomacy and foreign policy.Key Modules: Key modules of the course include Human Worlds, Political Geography, Emerging Economic Powers, Climate Change: Science & Society, Migration, Borders and Identity, Geopolitics and Security and Research Methods and Techniques. In addition, there is a module about the Dissertation - a student defined research project which is completed with the aid of a dedicated supervisor.Future Careers: Upon completion of the course, students are well poised for careers in fields such as public service, diplomacy, international organizations, NGOs, education, research and business where geographical knowledge, understanding of international relations, research skills and methodological expertise are highly valued.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.