International Relations - BA (Hons)

University of Sussex

### **Why choose this course at Sussex?*** **Develop career-ready skills in communication, analysis and cultural awareness for futures in international organisations, including government and the Civil Service.*** **Learn from Sussex’s new critical approaches to the world’s biggest questions on power, war and climate.*** **Join one of the largest dedicated International Relations departments in the world and benefit from our wide range of expertise.**How is humanity organised at the world level and where does power really lie? When and why did the modern global international system come into being? What are the key ideas people have used to try and understand big international issues such as war and peace, and wealth and poverty? And how can we use these ideas to address the urgent challenges – climate change, human rights, terrorism and international inequality – facing the world today?At Sussex, we pioneer new critical approaches to these questions. Because we are one of the largest dedicated International Relations departments in the world, we have a wide range of expertise. From philosophy to law and modern languages, you take electives from other subjects to open your mind to other disciplines and tailor your degree to your interests. And that gives you plenty of choice in how you shape your degree.### **Location**Nestled in the South Downs National Park, close to the sea and Brighton’s vibrant cultural scene, our campus offers a warm and welcoming home. Situated just an hour from London and 30 minutes from Gatwick Airport, Brighton offers the best of both worlds. Encouraging curiosity, creativity and connection, it combines the best of city life with easy access to the countryside, the UK’s capital and the wider world beyond.

International Relations