BA (Hons.) Geography & International Relations

The Geography and International Relations BSc course at the University of Chester provides a synthesis of human geography and international relations. This intriguing blend encourages students to examine the interwoven relationships between people, place, policy, and culture. It emphasizes both geographical perspectives on global politics and the geopolitical links between events at different scales – from the local to the global.Course Content: Over three years, students will develop an understanding of the practical and theoretical aspects of both Geography and International Relations. The course embarks on an exploration into a variety of geographies and the intricacies of international relations. The first year sets up the foundation in human and physical geography, alongside introductions to the international relations study. The second year delves into the complexities of geopolitics, economic geography, and foreign policy analysis. The final year is more research-focused wherein students might study a range of topics including Globalization, Contemporary Conflicts and Peace Studies, Urban and Social Geographies. Key Modules: Key modules include Introduction to Geography, Globalization: Politics, Culture and Society, Human Geographies, Political Geographies, Geographical Investigations, International Relations Theory, Foreign Policy Analysis, Geopolitics, Economic and Social Geographies, and the Undergraduate Research Project.Accreditations: The course is accredited by the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG).Future Careers: The blend of geography and international relations provides students with an array of skills that are attractive to employers. Graduates may find career opportunities in areas such as town and transport planning, environmental consulting, international development, Civil Service, charities, teaching, and further research.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.