International Relations and Modern History

Description

Looking at the contemporary world, two things are apparent. The first is that our world is increasingly one shaped, not by domestic politics, but by international politics and by the global connections between nations. The second is that the current state of our world and our societies is the product not of the moment, but of events and processes that have occurred over time. Studying International Relations and Modern History enables you to make sense of the new global order.

Why study International Relations and Modern History at UEA?

This is a new degree programme designed by academics in the Schools of History and Political, Social and International Studies at UEA. These two Schools which are known for the quality of their teaching and research have devised a programme in which you are able to trace both trends in, and theories of, international relations, while setting them in the context of modern history.

Your first year will consist of such units as Introduction to Modern History, Introduction to International Relations, Themes in Modern History, and Introduction to Contemporary Politics. These will provide the foundation to your degree.

In your second year you take International Politics since 1945 and choose from a range of options which may include: The Rise and Fall of British Power, The British Empire 1857-1956, Germany: From Nazism to New Nation, Politics in the USA. And in your final year, as well as selecting from units in history and politics and international relations, you write a dissertation which enables you to bring together the various aspects of your studies.
Studying at UEA is built around the idea of flexibility and student choice, and around an emphasis on teaching led by research. The degree in International Relations and Modern History is part of this tradition.

Detailed Course Facts

• EUR 10550 Year (EEA)
• EUR 14400 Year (Non-EEA)

UK/EU Students: £9,000. International Students: £12,300

• English

Course Content

Compulsory Study (80 credits)

Students must study the following modules for 80 credits:

Name

• GLOBAL POLITICS 1

• GLOBAL POLITICS 2

• INTRODUCING POLITICAL, SOCIAL AND INTERNATIONAL STUDIES

• INTRODUCTION TO CONTEMPORARY POLITICS

• INTRODUCTION TO MODERN HISTORY

Option A Study (40 credits)

Students will select 40 credits from the following modules:

Name

• BEGINNERS' ARABIC I

• BEGINNERS' ARABIC II/IMPROVERS

• BEGINNERS' CHINESE I

• BEGINNERS' CHINESE II

• BEGINNERS' FRENCH I

• BEGINNERS' FRENCH I (SPRING START)

• BEGINNERS' FRENCH II

• BEGINNERS' GERMAN I

• BEGINNERS' GERMAN II

• BEGINNERS' GREEK I

• BEGINNERS' GREEK II

• BEGINNERS' ITALIAN I

• BEGINNERS' ITALIAN II

• BEGINNERS' JAPANESE I

• BEGINNERS' JAPANESE I (SPRING START)

• BEGINNERS' JAPANESE II

• BEGINNERS' RUSSIAN I

• BEGINNERS' RUSSIAN II

• BEGINNERS' SPANISH I

• BEGINNERS' SPANISH I (SPRING START)

• BEGINNERS' SPANISH II

• HIGHER ADVANCED ENGLISH I

• HIGHER ADVANCED ENGLISH II

• INTERMEDIATE ARABIC I

• INTERMEDIATE ARABIC II

• INTERMEDIATE FRENCH I

• INTERMEDIATE FRENCH II

• INTERMEDIATE GERMAN I

• INTERMEDIATE GERMAN II

• INTERMEDIATE GREEK I

• INTERMEDIATE GREEK II

• INTERMEDIATE ITALIAN I

• INTERMEDIATE ITALIAN II

• INTERMEDIATE RUSSIAN I

• INTERMEDIATE RUSSIAN II

• INTERMEDIATE SPANISH I

• INTERMEDIATE SPANISH II

• INTRODUCTION TO BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE I

• INTRODUCTION TO BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE I (SPRING START)

• INTRODUCTION TO BRITISH SIGN LANGUAGE II

• LOWER ADVANCED ENGLISH I

• LOWER ADVANCED ENGLISH II

• POST A-LEVEL GERMAN LANGUAGE 1/I

• POST A-LEVEL GERMAN LANGUAGE 1/II

• SOCIAL AND POLITICAL THEORY

• THE AGE OF EXTREMES: EUROPE 1918 - 2001

• THE HOLOCAUST IN HISTORY

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 6.5 TOEFL iBT® test : 88

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Requirements

Students for whom English is a Foreign language

We welcome applications from students from all academic backgrounds. We require evidence of proficiency in English (including writing, speaking, listening and reading). Recognised English Language qualifications include:

• IELTS: 6.5 overall (minimum 6.0 in Reading and Writing with no less than 5.5 in any component)
• TOEFL: Internet-based score of 88 overall (minimum 20 in Reading and Speaking components, 19 in Writing component and 17 in Listening components.
• PTE: 62 overall (minimum 55 in Reading and Writing components with no less than 51 in any component).

If you do not meet the University's entry requirements, our INTO Language Learning Centre offers a range of university preparation courses to help you develop the high level of academic and English skills necessary for successful undergraduate study.

Interviews

The majority of candidates will not be called for an interview. However, for some students an interview will be requested. These are normally quite informal and generally cover topics such as your current studies, reasons for choosing the course and your personal interests and extra-curricular activities.

Gap Year

We welcome applications from students who have already taken or intend to take a gap year.

Deferred Entry

We welcome applications for deferred entry, believing that a year between school and university can be of substantial benefit. You are advised to indicate your reason for wishing to defer entry and may wish to contact the appropriate Admissions Office directly to discuss this further.

Intakes

The School's annual intake is in September of each year.

Alternative Qualifications

If you have alternative qualifications that have not been mentioned above, then please contact university directly for further information.

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

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