Bachelor in International Relations
- ModalityOn-campus
- CampusArapiles
- Duration4 years
- LanguageEnglish
- Credits240 ECTS
- Starts onSEP 2026
Bachelor's Degree Presentation
With the Bachelor’s Degree in International Relations at UNIE, you will prepare to understand and act in a global environment shaped by constant change. You will develop the ability to analyse international dynamics and advise organisations with strategic vision and global awareness.
The curriculum equips you to interpret geopolitical, economic and social contexts with clarity, anticipate shifts and make informed decisions in complex professional settings.
You may specialise in Law and Economics, Foreign Policy or International Security, or strengthen your profile with Big Data for global analysis. At UNIE, you build the knowledge and perspective to move forward with confidence in an interconnected world.
Train with the best experts
Make your Degree a unique International Experience
If you are passionate about multiculturalism, travel and languages, and you are looking for a global approach to your career, we have agreements with universities in countries such as France, the United States, the United Kingdom, Denmark, Turkey, Hong Kong, among others. This will allow you to choose the best option that fits your training.
Reasons to study the Bachelor in International Relations at UNIE
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Specialitation
It is the only degree that lets you complete your studies with a specialisation in Law and Economics, Foreign Policy or International Security.
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Multidisciplinary
Multidisciplinary learning across law, humanities, methodologies, languages and regional studies.
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Big Data
This is the only degree where you learn about big data throught methodology-based subjects focused on the study of international relations.
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All-round Education
You will acquire knowhow about the discipline of international relations combined with new technologies and business management.
Curriculum
| Subject | Semester | Subject Type | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | Basic | 6 |
| 1st | Basic | 6 |
| 1st | Basic | 6 |
| 1st | Basic | 6 |
| 1st | Basic | 6 |
| 2nd | Basic | 6 |
| 2nd | Mandatory | 6 |
| 2nd | Mandatory | 6 |
| 2nd | Basic | 6 |
| 2nd | Basic | 6 |
| Total Credits | 60 |
During the second year, you will study foreign policy, geopolitics, the European Union and international economic aspects in depth. You will also be trained in communication skills for international relations, research methods and techniques in IR and Big Data, which will provide you with the indispensable knowledge to perform at the highest level in the jobs of the future.
| Subject | Semester | Type | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3rd | Mandatory | 6 |
| 3rd | Basic | 6 |
| 3rd | Basic | 6 |
| 3rd | Mandatory | 6 |
| 3rd | Mandatory | 6 |
| 4th | Mandatory | 6 |
| 4th | Mandatory | 6 |
| 4th | Mandatory | 6 |
| 4th | Mandatory | 6 |
| 4th | Mandatory | 6 |
| Total Credits | 60 |
In the third year you will progressively specialise in subjects such as International Security, UN and Human Rights or Asian Regional Studies. You will also be able to take a second language, which together with the choice of two electives, will lead you to a much more holistic and specialised knowledge.
| Subject | Semester | Subject Type | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5th | Mandatory | 6 |
| 5th | Mandatory | 6 |
| 5th | Mandatory | 6 |
| 5th | Mandatory | 6 |
| Elective 1 | 5th | Mandatory | 6 |
| 6th | Mandatory | 6 |
| 6th | Mandatory | 6 |
| 6th | Mandatory | 6 |
| Elective 2 | 6th | Mandatory | 6 |
| Elective 3 | 6th | Mandatory | 6 |
| Total Credits | 60 |
Finally, the fourth year is the year dedicated to specialisation, when you will focus on the analysis of area studies (Africa, Latin America, United States) and you will complement this with a third cross-cutting subject (Leadership and Team Management) plus a choice of four optional subjects. In addition, you will begin your external internship and the application of the knowledge acquired in the thesis project.
| Subject | Semester | Type | ECTS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7th | Mandatory | 6 |
| Elective 4 | 7th | Elective | 6 |
| 7th | Mandatory | 6 |
| Elective 5 | 7th | Elective | 6 |
| Elective 6 | 7th | Elective | 6 |
| 8th | Mandatory | 6 |
| Elective 7 | 8th | Elective | 6 |
| Elective 8 | 8th | Elective | 6 |
| 8th | Basic | 6 |
| 8th | TP | 6 |
| Total Credits | 60 |
This degree includes 48 ECTS electives. The student will have the possibility of overcoming these credits by taking optional subjects freely or obtaining a mention by taking all the subjects included in the mentions.
| Subjects | Type | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| EC | 6 |
| EC | 6 |
| EC | 6 |
| EC | 6 |
| EC | 6 |
| EC | 6 |
| EC | 6 |
| EC | 6 |
| Total Credits | 48 |
This degree includes 48 ECTS electives. The student will have the possibility of passing these credits by taking optional subjects freely or obtaining a mention by taking all the subjects included in the mentions.
| Subject | Type | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| EC | 6 |
| EC | 6 |
| EC | 6 |
| EC | 6 |
| EC | 6 |
| EC | 6 |
| EC | 6 |
| EC | 6 |
| Total Credits | 48 |
This degree includes 48 ECTS electives. The student will have the possibility of overcoming these credits by taking optional subjects freely or obtaining a mention by taking all the subjects included in the mentions.
| Subject | Type | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| EC | 6 |
| EC | 6 |
| EC | 6 |
| EC | 6 |
| EC | 6 |
| EC | 6 |
| EC | 6 |
| EC | 6 |
| Total Credits | 48 |
In addition to the elective subjects included in the specialisations listed above, students can choose between the following additional electives.
| Subject | Type | ECTS |
|---|---|---|
| EC | 6 |
| EC | 6 |
| Total Credits | 12 |
Some curriculum subjects may change.
Elective subjects will only be taught if there is a minimum number of students en-rolled.
Faculty
Fernando Domínguez Sardou
Sebastián Arias
Diego Santos
Francisco Zamora
Javier Revilla
Pedro Sánchez
Harold Bertot
Career opportunities in the Bachelor in International Relations
Apply your knowledge to analysing the global situation that surrounds us in positions such as:
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Self-employed consulting
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Consulting within foundations, NGOs or multinationals
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Head of cooperation and development projects
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Head of institutional relations in companies
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Diplomatic career
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IGOs and foreign office of the State or EU
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Civil servant in foreign affairs bodies and agencies with regional or local authorities
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European Union Graduate Administrator
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Civil servant in regional IGOs
Make a Difference in International Relations with UNIE
Take on real-world challenges through practical case studies and debates, where you will tackle key topics such as conflict resolution, negotiation, strategy and public speaking. Furthermore, thanks to our experiential methodology, you will be able to:
- Participate in conferences, seminars and visits to organizations.
- Attend additional seminars and masterclasses led by renowned experts.
With the Bachelor's Degree in International Relations at UNIE, you will enjoy a global education alongside international students and faculty. You will participate in activities such as the Growing Up in Europe Seminar, the Model United Nations (MUNs) and conferences on key topics, broadening your knowledge and building valuable global connections. A truly unique international experience!
If you are interested in multiculturalism, travel and languages, and are looking for a career with a global focus, we have agreements with universities in various countries, such as France, the USA, the United Kingdom, Denmark, Turkey, Morocco and Hong Kong, among others. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to carry out international internships at institutions such as the Inter-American Court of Human Rights, NGOs, and others.
International Relations with Virtual Reality and AI
What activities do we offer?
With the Bachelor's Degree in International Relations at UNIE, you will share educational experiences with highly prestigious international students and faculty, gaining a comprehensive vision of the different professional areas within the field.
You will participate in outstanding extracurricular activities, such as the Growing Up in Europe Seminar, the Model United Nations (MUNs) and conferences with experts in Human Rights, international conflicts and sustainability, enriching your knowledge and building valuable global connections. Live a truly unique international experience!
URJCMUN Representing Various Countries
Bachelor's Degree students participated as delegates in the prestigious Model United Nations of the Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, the largest MUN in Spain and the leading university MUN in Europe with over 1.200 participants.Imagen
Azerbaijan Congress on the International Stage
The congress examined Azerbaijan's role in global politics, its strategic alliances and its approach to security, energy and conflict resolution.Imagen
Growing up in Europe Seminar: Working in European Institutions
With officials from the European Commission, a lawyer from Cuatrecasas, specialists from the 2030 Agenda and from the University of Paris Nanterre, France.Imagen
The EU's Political and Economic Agreements with Latin American and Caribbean Countries
On November 14 and 15, 2023, the course "The EU's Political and Economic Agreements with Latin American and Caribbean Countries" was held at URJC, as part of the Jean Monnet Action Module (2023-2026). The event brought together experts and students to analyze the trade and cooperation agreements between both regions.Imagen
International Conflicts - Ukraine and Gaza
The conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza are impacting global and European security, complicating the fulfillment of the 2030 Agenda. The course, held on June 27, 2024 at URJC's Aranjuez Campus, addressed these issues and the international responses to them, while also managing the awarding of 5 scholarships.Imagen
Join UNIE in 3 steps
1. Contact us
Start your Admission process by contacting one of our advisors through our email [email protected] or by calling +34 917 94 90 91.
2. Submission of documents:
Book a time to take our entrance tests. You must complete our three-part admission test: Assessment of skills and attitudes towards intellectual work, English and merit assessment, where you can indicate everything related to your supplementary, professional and other educational experiences, such as volunteering, sport, etc.
3. Admission and enrolment formalisation
If the evaluation is favourable, you will be able to pay the reservation fee to secure your place.
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Number of places offered: 80
Teaching center: Facultad de Ciencias Jurídicas y Relaciones Internacionales
Frequently Asked Questions about the Bachelor's Degree in International Relations
We are living through geopolitical changes that will shape our future for the coming decades. If you are interested in international politics, diplomacy, the evolution of society, how international business is conducted, or you are drawn to participating in cooperation and development programs to work against poverty, this is your degree.
Our campus is located right in the heart of Madrid, at 14 Arapiles Street. The Chamberí neighborhood, one of the most well-known areas of the most vibrant and cosmopolitan city in Spain, has also become in recent years one of the liveliest and most exciting gastronomic hotspots in the city.
This UNIE program has a morning schedule. For more details, we recommend getting in touch with your advisor or contacting us at https://www.universidadunie.com/contacto/
We will help you understand and apply the principles of International Relations, learn about the characteristics of global geopolitics and the relevance of human rights, and seek solutions to the challenges of the international security system…
You will also learn to analyze current international affairs, legal and social issues, and the historical, political, social, economic and geostrategic dimensions of major world regions; to identify how the State, international organizations and non-state actors function within the international system; to develop international cooperation projects; and to communicate, both orally and in writing, in English, French and Spanish.
You will gain solid knowledge in geopolitics, International Law, history of political ideas, diplomacy, and IR theory. You will deepen your study of key geographical areas in international dynamics and of the fundamental institutions in the field of International Relations.
At UNIE, we also provide cross-cutting training in leadership and team management, communication skills, English focused on IR, and the study of different social research methods within the internationalist discipline. Furthermore, you will be able to specialize in International Law and Economics, Foreign Policy, or International Security.
You will attend theoretical-practical classes that are essential for completing your learning. Interviews, individual or group projects, case analysis and study, experiments, multimedia presentations, participation in debate groups, critiques and reflections, practical problem analysis, simulations, etc. will all be part of the dynamic of this program.
With the Bachelor's Degree in International Relations from UNIE, you will be prepared to analyze and manage the challenges posed by an increasingly globalized and interdependent international society that must face shifting geopolitical, technological, legal, social, climatic, economic and political movements in the international arena.
You will be able to develop your career in both the public and private sectors, as well as in the fields of teaching and research.
The internships consist of a total of 124 mandatory hours during the second semester of the fourth year, and are designed to provide a first-hand approach to professional reality. To support you throughout the process, you will be assigned both an academic tutor and a company-based mentor.
Your Final Degree Project will take place in your fourth year and is a compulsory subject. It will consist of the development of a project or an original, applied case study. Your tutor will help you choose the topic and will oversee its development. You will then be required to defend it before an examining panel, which will evaluate both your work and your presentation.