BA (Hons.) Global Challenges

The Global Challenges BA Honours course offered by the University of Westminster is an interdisciplinary program that aims to provide a profound understanding of the world’s most important and challenging areas – conflict, development, security, health, environment, etc. The course encourages critical thinking and debates on these pressing issues shaping the world.Course Content: Throughout the course, students will explore the interconnectivity of global challenges and understand how they can be navigated. The students would be provided with the opportunity to engage with academic, professional, and policy communities around the world. The course provides scope for a flexible study program based on the areas of interest. The second year of the course offers the potential for a work placement, helping students gain valuable experience. The final year will focus on developing a more comprehensive understanding of global challenges.Key Modules: Some of the primary modules include Understanding Global Challenges, Conflict and Security, Public Policy and Leadership, Development and Global Change, Global Health and Justice, and Environment: Science and Policy. Future Careers: This course is beneficial for a career in policy, public, private, and third sectors – such as government departments, international organizations like the UN, NGOs, consulting, research organizations as well as multinational companies. The program serves as a suitable foundation for further study or research. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.