A Bachelor of International Relations degree will allow you to demonstrate mastery of important topics and theories in the discipline. You will be able to recognize individuals and institutions who have played key roles in shaping international relations. You will be able to examine international challenges from multiple perspectives and demonstrate an understanding of different languages, cultures, and worldviews. Our classrooms enable students to engage in various political and cultural issues, resulting in a greater understanding of the topic.

The skills and political knowledge you will get in your bachelor’s program will serve as the foundation for a satisfying career, as well as the possibility to further your study in this field. Salaries and employment opportunities vary widely. You may also join the Foreign Service, diplomatic corps, or UN organizations. You can also pursue an intriguing career in the Civil Services, Pakistan’s Military and Air Force, or media institutions. It’s also worth noting that the government has offered IR graduates professional opportunities as Young Parliamentary Associates (YPA), allowing them to participate in the government’s policy-making process.

Core Course

  • Introduction to International Relations
  • Public International Law
  • Approaches and Theories of International Relations
  • International Relations 1648-1945
  • Explaining International Relations since 1945
  • Geo-Political Structure of the World
  • Foreign Policy Analysis
  • Understanding Foreign Policies of the US, Russia
  • Research Methodology for IR
  • Regional and International Organizations
  • International Politics on Environment
  • Dynamics of the Kashmir Conflict
  • Maritime Security of Pakistan
  • Regional Connectivity and CPEC
  • Evolution of State
  • Strategic Studies
  • Modern Diplomacy
  • International Security
  • Peace Studies
  • Nuclear Studies
  • Arms Control and Disarmament
  • International Political Economy
  • International Politics of Human Rights
  • Maritime Security for Pakistan in the 21st Century
  • Introduction to Foreign Policy of Pakistan
  • Globalization and International Relations
  • Comparative and Developmental Politics
  • International Relations in the New Millennium
  • Fundamentals of Psychology
  • Fundamentals of Biology
  • Fundamentals of Political Science
  • Functional English
  • Report Writing Skills
  • Mathematics I
  • Business Mathematics I
  • Islamic Studies
  • Ethics
  • Pakistan Studies
  • Introduction to Computing
  • Entrepreneurship
  • Civics and Community Engagement

Eligibility Criteria

FA/F.Sc with minimum 60% marks OR A-level in three main subjects (no subsidiary) with minimum Grade B (60%) with Equivalence Certificate OR Grade 12 with minimum Grade B (60%) with Equivalence Certificate.

Scope

Graduates from this program can expect to have promising careers in the following positions and fields:

  • Civil Servants
  • Politics
  • Political Affairs Officer
  • Diplomats in national and foreign service
  • International Banking Officers
  • Risk Analysts
  • Marketing Managers
  • International affairs analysts
  • Political analysts
  • Journalist
  • Researcher

Best Universities for Bs International Relations

  1. Quaid-e-Azam University, Islamabad 
  2. National Defence University, Islamabad 
  3. International Islamic University, Islamabad 
  4. COMSATS University, Islamabad and Lahore 
  5. Air University, Islamabad 
  6. University of Karachi 
  7. The Islamia University of Bahawalpur 
  8. Government College University, Lahore 
  9. Modern University of Modern Technology, Islamabad 
  10. The Punjab University, Lahore