International Relations

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

Learn about the forces that have shaped the past and the world we live in today with our international history degree programme.International relations are becoming ever more complex due to geopolitics, migration, war and other diverse factors. This programme analyses the functioning, history and theory behind the international system and the changing relationships between nations. You’ll look at the character of different states, examining the implications of the uneven distribution of power, money, welfare and knowledge on foreign policies and international order.At LSE, you’ll be studying in an international university, located in an international city – close to the UK House of Commons and Parliament. You’ll learn with students from many nationalities, bringing a range of perspectives. When you graduate, you’ll have all the skills needed to embark on a career in politics, finance or the third sector.There’s an opportunity to add a language specialism to your degree certificate and transcript – see the programme structure and courses section for details.Graduate destinations:The degree programme does not prepare you for a specific career. It develops a range of intellectual and practical skills that are relevant across a wide range of career opportunities. Our graduates have found work with a wide range of employers including multilateral and intergovernmental organisations, non-governmental organisations (NGOs), banking and accounting services, local and national governments, educational establishments, and media and publishing companies. Others have opted to continue studying international relations, or have transferred the skills they developed at LSE to other disciplines, such as law.

International Relations