Course Outline

International Relations covers the broad themes and theories associated with the study of foreign policy, security, conflict and globalisation. It also draws on a number of areas which include British, French, European, American, Latin American, African and Middle Eastern diplomacy, including the ‘scramble for Africa’, through to the Cold War, the origins of the war on terror and the Arab Spring.

It also explores the relationship between international and comparative politics, as well as examine the international politics of specific regions and to develop an ability to think both analytically and critically to make meaningful contributions to the political and socio-economic development of Nigeria, Africa and indeed the entire world.

A degree programme in International Relations will aim to:

• Stimulate an appreciation of International Relations theories and other tools of analysis, application in different contexts at the national and international levels.
• Provide a broad and balanced knowledge and practical skills in International Relations and the ability to apply International Relations theories, analytical tools, knowledge and skills to the conflict resolution;
• Develop a range of skills that are relevant to both governmental and non-governmental agencies at home and abroad;
• Generate an appreciation of the importance of International Relations in a national- political, economic, and social development on the one hand and in the maintenance of global peace and security on the other.

Admission Requirements;

Admission

UTME:

Candidates who wish to study International Relations  must  have  obtained  a credit pass SSCE in Mathematics and English Language plus credit pass in either Government or History and other two subjects at the SSCE, NECO, GCE or their equivalent not more than two sitting. Also required is on acceptable UTME score.

Direct Entry:

Candidates for Direct Entry admission shall possess five credit passes in the SSCE, NECO, GCE or equivalents of which at least two shall be at  advanced level, or four units passes of which at least three shall be at advanced level provided that such passes are not counted at both levels of the examinations.  For emphasis credit passes in English Language, Mathematics and any of Government or History is compulsory.

Course Structure

Course Structure at 100 Level Courses International Relations

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