Bachelor Degree in International Relations
Madrid, Spain
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
TUITION FEES
EUR 9,000 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* total price or price range diff €1000: 9000-11000 EUR
Introduction
The Bachelor's Degree in International Relations at UNIE prepares you to analyze, communicate, manage, and advise on international matters, adapting to a globalized world. The curriculum provides comprehensive training in understanding today's reality, with the option to specialize in Law and Economics, Foreign Policy, or International Security. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to delve into Big Data.
What sets this course apart from others?
It is the only degree that allows you to complete your studies with a specialization in Law and Economics, Foreign Policy, or International Security.
Official degree. Favorably assessed by the Madrid Knowledge Foundation. It is recognized in countries within the European Higher Education Space (EHES).
Ideal Students
If you are interested in international politics, diplomacy, societal evolution, how international business is conducted, or if you are drawn to participating in cooperation and development programs to combat poverty, this is the degree for you.
Admissions
Curriculum
First year:
- Theories, Concepts, and Debates in International Relations
- Introduction to Law
- History of the Modern World
- Historical Evolution of Political Ideas
- Sociology
- Historical Perspective of International Relations
- English for International Relations and Business
- Contemporary Global Policies
- Fundamentals of Economics
- Comparative Political Systems
Second Year:
- Research Methods and Techniques in IR and Big Data
- International Political Economy
- Public International Law
- EU Institutions and Policies
- Foreign Policy Analysis and Diplomacy
- EU Law
- International Organizations
- Global Geopolitics
- Communication Skills in International Relations and Business
- Spain’s Foreign Policy
Third Year:
- Communication and International Public Opinion
- International Security
- UN and Human Rights
- Religion in International Relations
Elective 1
- Public Diplomacy and Nation Branding
- Innovation in the International Business Environment
- Regional Studies: Asia
Elective 2
Elective 3
Fourth Year:
- Regional Studies: Africa
Elective 4
- Regional Studies: United States
Elective 5
Elective 6
- Regional Studies: Latin America
Elective 7
Elective 8
- External Internships
Final Degree Project
Elective Courses – 48 ECTS
- Students can complete these credits by freely choosing elective subjects or by obtaining a specialization by taking all the courses included in one of the specializations.
- Specialization in Law and International Economics
- Diplomatic and Consular Law
- Competition Law
- International Trade and Markets
- International Business Management
- Sustainable Development Management
- Global Economic Environment and Negotiation
- Creation and Management of International Businesses
- International Strategic Management
- Specialization in Foreign Policy
- Middle East and Maghreb
- EU Foreign Policy
- China’s Rise and Foreign Policy
- Post-Soviet Space
- Development Cooperation and Humanitarian Assistance
- International Migration and Globalization
- Private International Law
- International Data Regulation
- Specialization in International Security
- Security and Defense in Europe
- International Cybersecurity
- Energy, Climate Change, and Security
- International Terrorism and Organized Crime
- Conflict Management and Resolution
- International Humanitarian Law
- Information and International Conflicts
- Intelligence and International Security
- Additional Electives
- Leadership and Team Management
Second Language: French for International Relations and Business
Program Outcome
What are the objectives of this course?
The objective of this degree is to train students in the principles of International Relations, global geopolitics, human rights, and international security. They will be equipped to analyze current international affairs, legal and social issues, and the dynamics of global regions. Additionally, they will learn to identify the role of states, international organizations, and non-state actors, as well as to develop international cooperation projects—all with proficiency in English, French, and Spanish.
Career Opportunities
Graduates in International Relations work in business organizations, human resources, marketing, public relations, and national government administration. You will be able to apply your knowledge in analyzing the global reality around us in positions such as:
- Independent Consultant
- Consultant for Foundations, NGOs, or Multinational Companies
- Project Manager in Cooperation and Development
- Institutional Relations Manager in Companies
Civil Servant in Supranational Organizations - Diplomatic Career
- Intergovernmental Organizations and Foreign Service of the State and the EU
- Civil Servant in External Projection Agencies of Regional and Local Administrations
- Senior Administrator of the European Union
- Civil Servant in Regional Intergovernmental Organizations
- Civil Servant in Global Intergovernmental Organizations
- Intelligence Services Analyst