International Relations

The international relations degree program entails a rigorous—yet highly flexible—course of study, drawing on courses from across Maxwell's social sciences departments.

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Key Facts

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Degree

B.A. International Relations

Degree Duration

4 Years :

1 year pathway + 3 year degree

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Pathways Available

International Year One

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Start Dates

August | January | May

Degree Overview

The undergraduate BA major in international relations helps students develop the analytic, cultural, and linguistic skills needed to understand contemporary international affairs, to function effectively in a global environment, and to prepare for further academic or professional study and international career opportunities. This multidisciplinary program provides students with tools and approaches from social science disciplines – anthropology, economics, geography, history, political science, and sociology – to explore current issues in international affairs and to conceptualize global citizenship.

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Important

You may incur additional costs in the course of your education at the University over and above tuition fees in an academic year such as laptops, study materials and additional resources.

Study Reasons

Participate in a highly flexible course of study drawing on all of the social sciences departments.

Gain a global perspective through study abroad opportunities.

Access internships.

Your Pathways

The International Year One is the perfect pathway if you want a undergraduate degree from a UK, EU or US University but do not meet the requirements for direct entry.

The IY1 course provides an intensive combination of first year University subject modules with English language skills.

Following successful completion of the IY1 you will continue onto your second year degree study directly with the University of your choice.

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Fees & Scholarships

You can find the applicable international student course fee for your chosen pathway study route listed below.

International Year One – Tuition Fees

 

 Intake VEPT Program Duration Tuition Fees
Fall 2025 51+ 3 terms $47,200

Please note that the above fee does not include accommodation, dining, or insurance. Additionally, it does not include tuition applicable to your degree course continued at Syracuse University.

 

Pre-Sessional English – Tuition Fees

 

VEPT Program Duration Tuition Fees
37-40 20 weeks $10,000
41-45 12 weeks $6,000
46-50 6 weeks $3,000

 

Scholarships

Progressing students into Syracuse University receive the following merit awards for each
subsequent year of enrollment based on the cumulative GPA earned upon the completion of the 30 credit hours:
• A GPA between 3.25 and 3.49 is $10,000 per year
• A GPA between 3.5 and 3.74 is $15,000 per year
• A GPA greater than 3.75 is $20,000 per year

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