International Relations — study plan
Abu Dhabi University College of Arts, Education and Social Sciences
- Credit hours
- 120
- Levels
- 5
- Courses
- 42
- Degree
- bachelor
The International Relations study plan at Abu Dhabi University is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 3 years (5 academic levels), requiring 120 credit hours across 42 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
General Education Requirements 21 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| FWS211 | Fundamentals of Emotional Intelligence | 3 |
| ENG200 | English II | 3 |
| FWS205 | UAE and GCC Society | 3 |
| ISL100 | Islamic Culture | 3 |
| FWS305 | Technical Communications for Workplace | 3 |
| FWS310 | Fundamentals of Innovation and Entrepreneurship | 3 |
| FWS201 | Fundamentals of Life Skills | 3 |
College Requirements 18 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MAC317 | Public Speaking | 3 |
| MMC201 | Introduction to Mass Communication | 3 |
| ASC301 | Research Report Writing | 3 |
| MAC201 | Intercultural Communication | 3 |
| MAC403 | International Communication | 3 |
| MAC316 | Communication and Diplomacy | 3 |
Major Core Courses 66 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| INR200 | Introduction to International Relations | 3 |
| INR400 | Theories of International Relations I | 3 |
| INR210 | Perspectives in Political Science | 3 |
| INR410 | Theories of International Relations II | 3 |
| INR220 | History of International Relations | 3 |
| INR420 | Human Rights and Global Justice | 3 |
| INR230 | Contemporary Perspectives in International Relations | 3 |
| INR430 | Political Economy III | 3 |
| INR280 | Comparative Political Systems | 3 |
| INR499 | Internship | 3 |
| INR290 | International Political Economy I | 3 |
| INR299 | International Law | 3 |
| INR300 | International Crime and Justice | 3 |
| INR310 | Diplomacy and International Relations | 3 |
| INR320 | Sectors of Global Diplomacy | 3 |
| INR350 | International Political Economy II | 3 |
| INR201 | International Organization and Global Governance | 3 |
| INR225 | Global Environmental Politics and Climate Diplomacy | 3 |
| INR240 | Humanitarian Diplomacy and Sustainable Development: The UAE's Global Aid Strategy | 3 |
| INR302 | Migration and Displacement in the Contemporary Middle East | 3 |
| INR330 | UAE Foreign Policy and Regional Diplomacy | 3 |
| INR440 | Peace and Conflict: Theory and Practice | 3 |
Major Elective Courses 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IBM402 | Cross Cultural Management Elective | 3 |
| INR321 | Public Diplomacy Elective | 3 |
| INR301 | Cross-Cultural Psychology Elective | 3 |
| INR402 | Comparative Criminal Justice Systems Elective | 3 |
| INR311 | Technological Innovation and Diplomacy Elective | 3 |
Open Elective Courses 6 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Open Elective 1 Elective | 3 | |
| Open Elective 2 Elective | 3 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about International Relations
How many credit hours is International Relations at Abu Dhabi University?
International Relations at Abu Dhabi University requires completing 120 credit hours to graduate, spread across 42 courses.
How many years is International Relations at Abu Dhabi University?
The study plan for International Relations spans about 3 years (5 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does International Relations award?
International Relations at Abu Dhabi University awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 120 credit hours.
Is International Relations offered at other universities?
Yes, International Relations is offered at at least 3 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.