Bachelor Degree in Politics with International Relations
Diplomacy in action: build your career at the heart of international governance.
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Strategic Vision
Master geopolitics and international law to manage complex global scenarios.
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Career Impact
98% Placement Rate upon graduation, strong global recognition through UK accredited BSc and RBS Diploma
Scholarships up to 30% valid until April 30th
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Why study at Rome Business School?
Flexibility
Study following live lectures in streaming on our digital platform plus at your own peace following lectures uploaded daily and available on demand.
International Faculty
Significantly, 90 percent of our faculty combine teaching with active roles in various international market sectors. By combining academic rigor with practical tools, techniques and methodologies, they enrich your education and align your profile with the needs of the job market from day one.
Start Date
October 2026
Methodology
On Campus or Online
Why choose our Bachelor's Degree in Politics?
1. Practitioner Insights
Learn from activists at organizations like Greenpeace to understand the realities of international cooperation and advocacy. Their expertise provides direct insight into how civil society organizations operate and influence global policy decisions.
2. Insitutional Exposure
Gain real-world insights from policymakers at leading international entities such as the FAO through dedicated seminars. These sessions provide direct access to institutional expertise, bridging the gap between political theory and global governance practice.
3. Bootcamp Advantage
Join our immersive bootcamp in Barcelona and gain a global perspective on political systems. Alternatively, choose from 13 dynamic hubs including Silicon Valley and China for hands-on learning across diverse international political contexts.
4. Collaborative Projects
Tackle real-world diplomacy alongside organizations like Médecins Sans Frontières through collaborative projects. These partnerships provide hands-on experience addressing global humanitarian challenges, preparing you for impactful careers in international relations.
Among our partners
Our company partners, professional headhunters and business mentors work together to help students acquire personal and professional skills to face today’s labor market.
Career and Entrepreneur Services
True Link with Companies
Observe a professional's workday directly in the field so as to gain a greater understanding of the job position and the department and/or division of the company.
What do our students think?
"I was looking for a degree program that went beyond textbooks and projected me into an international context from day one. Thanks to the RBS Bachelor’s, I am expanding my skills by engaging with faculty and students from all over the world. It is the ideal environment for those who, like me, want to acquire a modern and boundless vision of business."
Simone D.C.
"Starting my Bachelor’s degree at Rome Business School was the best decision to build a solid foundation in the business world. I was looking for a stimulating environment that combined theory and practice; in RBS, I found a strongly innovation-oriented approach that is allowing me to develop an analytical mindset ready for global market challenges."
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Bachelor's Degree in Politics with International Relations
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Year 1
The first year equips you with the analytical tools to examine challenges in US politics and explore the political ideologies shaping the global landscape. You will build core research skills, including critical reading and structured argumentation, applicable to diverse political contexts. The curriculum introduces key theoretical frameworks underpinning political science, enabling you to critically evaluate contemporary events and debates. This foundation prepares you to engage with complex political questions at both national and international levels.
Module 1: America: From Watergate, Trump and Beyond | 10 ECTS / 20 UK Credits
Explore the factors driving the intense political struggle and culture war in the US. Analyze key issues like immigration and healthcare, and evaluate whether deep ideological divisions among the elite are reflected throughout American society.
Module 2: Britain and Europe from 1870 to the Present | 20 ECTS / 40 UK Credits
Survey British and European history, tracing the evolution from major unifications to modern integration and neoliberalism. Analyze shifting political landscapes, the welfare state, and European economic and military cooperation.
Module 3: Foundations of Politics and International Relations | 20 ECTS / 40 UK Credits
Study how power, authority, and institutions shape civil society and the state. Analyze theoretical frameworks to understand how international organizations embody core values like freedom, security, and justice.
Module 4: Political Ideologies | 10 ECTS / 20 UK Credits
Gain an introduction to liberalism, socialism, feminism, and green politics. Explore how these frameworks challenge modern narratives and continue to influence contemporary political actors and power structures.
During the Bachelor's Degree in Politics with International Relations, students will learn:
Year 2
Focus on global governance and human rights, examining how international institutions operate and protect rights globally. You will master practical communication skills for international policy-making, learning to convey complex arguments to diverse audiences. The curriculum develops your ability to critically assess policy frameworks and international agreements. This year strengthens your interpersonal capabilities for professional engagement with global political actors.
Module 1: Future Directions: Research, Careers and Development | 10 ECTS / 20 UK Credits
Develop graduate skills by engaging with industry practitioners to explore career pathways in education, policy, and media. Execute a specialized individual project to prepare for professional roles in the creative or public sectors.
Module 2: Propaganda and Political Communication | 10 ECTS / 20 UK Credits
Examine how social media and data hacking are utilized as political weapons. Analyze communication theories through a knowledge exchange project, creating your own political artifact such as a podcast or advert.
Module 3: Revolutionary Change: Mass Movements, Peoples and Cultures | 20 ECTS / 40 UK Credits
Investigate how revolutionary uprisings have shaped the modern world. Analyze influential global mass movements, from the American and French Revolutions to the 1989 counter-revolutions.
Module 4: Understanding Global Threats: Past, Present and Future | 20 ECTS / 40 UK Credits
Identify significant contemporary political threats and international developments. Analyze how theoretical frameworks and international law address the impact of political violence on global stability.
Year 3
The final year addresses social inequalities through contemporary political theory. You will critically examine structural factors contributing to inequality and apply your skills to real-world challenges. The year culminates in an independent research project, preparing you for professional careers in public policy, international organizations, and advocacy.
Module 1: Dissertation | 20 ECTS / 40 UK Credits
Engage in advanced research into politics or international relations. Under the guidance of a supervisor, you will conduct an original investigation into a theme or interest of your choice.
Module 2: The Rise of the Nazis, the Third Reich and Beyond | 10 ECTS / 20 UK Credits
Study the social, political, and economic characteristics of the Nazi racial state. Examine the Third Reich during peace and war to understand the evolution of this historical regime.
Module 3: The State and Politics: Inside and Outside Parliament | 20 ECTS / 40 UK Credits
Analyze political vulnerability and the role of agencies in safeguarding society. Take a critical approach to ethical issues, considering the interaction between families, professionals, and state institutions.
Module 4: The Troubles: Conflict and Resolution | 10 ECTS / 20 UK Credits
Address the violently contested politics of Northern Ireland. Explore the challenges social scientists face when dealing with conflict resolution in deeply divided societies.
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Scholarship
valid until April 30th
Language
Italian or English
