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Understand global politics, diplomacy, and security
Online or on campus
International Affairs at Brigant examines how states, institutions, and non-state actors shape world order. You will analyse conflict, cooperation, human rights, and economic diplomacy through historical and contemporary lenses. Debate-style seminars develop argumentation skills; research methods training prepares you for policy briefs and dissertation work. Edinburgh's diplomatic community provides guest lectures and networking opportunities throughout the programme.
Model United Nations and crisis simulation weekends are embedded in Years 2 and 3.
Faculty spotlight
Professor Elena Vasquez researches EU governance; Dr. Marcus Chen specialises in Indo-Pacific security.
Study online
Every programme can be completed fully online with zero tuition fees — study from anywhere in the world.
On-campus study
Prefer to learn at our Edinburgh campus? On-campus delivery includes tuition fees, in-person seminars, and access to university facilities.
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IA101 | Introduction to IR Theory | 20 |
| IA102 | Global History since 1945 | 20 |
| IA103 | Political Economy | 20 |
| IA104 | Research & Writing Skills | 20 |
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IA201 | Security Studies | 20 |
| IA202 | International Organisations | 20 |
| IA203 | Human Rights & Development | 20 |
| IA204 | Foreign Policy Analysis | 20 |
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IA301 | Diplomacy & Negotiation | 20 |
| IA302 | Honours Dissertation | 40 |
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