International Relations — study plan

University of Sharjah College of Public Policy

Credit hours: 123
Levels: 8
Courses: 41
Degree: bachelor

The International Relations study plan at University of Sharjah is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 4 years (8 academic levels), requiring 123 credit hours across 41 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.

Semester 1 15 credits

Code	Course	Credits
1501100	Introduction to IT (English)	3
0202112	English for Academic Purposes	3
1601101	Introduction to International Relations	3
0104100	Islamic Culture	3
0201102	Arabic Language	3

Semester 2 15 credits

Code	Course	Credits
MAJ-ELECT	Major Elective Courses 1 Elective	3
1601111	Intro to Political Sciences	3
0302200	Fund. of Innovation & Entrep.	3
0204102	UAE Society	3
1601160	Introduction to Comparative Politics	3

Semester 3 15 credits

Code	Course	Credits
1601204	Introduction to Political Philosophy	3
GEN-ELECT	University Elective Courses - Group2 1 Elective	3
1601200	Research Methods	3
MAJ-ELECT	Major Elective Courses 2 Elective	3
MAJ-ELECT	Major Elective Courses 3 Elective	3

Semester 4 15 credits

Code	Course	Credits
GEN-ELECT	University Elective Courses - Group1 2 Elective	3
1601280	Theory of International Relations	3
MAJ-ELECT	Major Elective Courses 4 Elective	3
MAJ-ELECT	Major Elective Courses 5 Elective	3
MAJ-ELECT	Major Elective Courses 6 Elective	3

Semester 5 15 credits

Code	Course	Credits
MAJ-ELECT	Major Elective Courses 7 Elective	3
1601300	International Law	3
1601325	International Security	3
MAJ-ELECT	Major Elective Courses 8 Elective	3
MAJ-ELECT	Major Elective Courses 9 Elective	3

Semester 6 15 credits

Code	Course	Credits
MAJ-ELECT	Major Elective Courses 10 Elective	3
MAJ-ELECT	Major Elective Courses 11 Elective	3
MAJ-ELECT	Major Elective Courses 12 Elective	3
1601345	International Political Economy	3
1601390	Foreign Policy	3

Semester 7 18 credits

Code	Course	Credits
MAJ-ELECT	Major Elective Courses 13 Elective	3
1601340	Diplomacy	3
MAJ-ELECT	Major Elective Courses 14 Elective	3
MAJ-ELECT	Major Elective Courses 15 Elective	3
MAJ-ELECT	Major Elective Courses 16 Elective	3
MAJ-ELECT	Major Elective Courses 17 Elective	3

Semester 8 15 credits

Code	Course	Credits
MAJ-ELECT	Major Elective Courses 18 Elective	3
MAJ-ELECT	Major Elective Courses 19 Elective	3
MAJ-ELECT	Major Elective Courses 20 Elective	3
MAJ-ELECT	Major Elective Courses 21 Elective	3
MAJ-ELECT	Major Elective Courses 22 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 University of Sharjah?

International Relations at University of Sharjah requires completing 123 credit hours to graduate, spread across 41 courses.

How many years is International Relations at University of Sharjah?

The study plan for International Relations spans about 4 years (8 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.

What degree does International Relations award?

International Relations at University of Sharjah awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 123 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.