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Honours subject area

Government and International Relations offers systematic and extended study in key areas of politics and international relations.

Two advanced coursework units cover national, comparative, and international politics. You are also required to take a research design unit that prepares you for the research you will complete in the extended dissertation. The content of this research is to be negotiated with a dedicated project supervisor, who will be a member of the academic staff with expertise in the chosen area.

This subject area is available to students who have previously completed a major in Politics, Politics and International Relations or International Relations.

Courses that offer this major

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