By combining Politics with International Relations, you'll get to the heart of global issues.Why choose Politics with International Relations at YorkExplore the impacts of politics on a local, national and international level. You'll develop a deep understanding of the nuance of current global events. In the process, you'll challenge your preconceptions of justice, power, security, political economy and ethics.Be supported by internationally-renowned experts from around the world. You'll engage with their regional expertise in the European Union, the United States, Latin America and Africa. Their research informs their teaching. You'll engage with the latest political thinking and develop your ability to think critically about regional, national and international politics, ideas and institutions.Study what you're passionate about. With a wide range of option modules available, this course is highly customisable. Covering the full breadth of the subject area, you'll be able to tailor your degree to focus on the areas of politics and international relations that interest you most.Secure your future with career-building opportunities and employability support. Our in-house careers support will be available to you throughout your study. Weekly-drop ins and skills sessions give you the opportunity to develop your employability. You also have the option of adding a placement year or year abroad to your degree. This allows you to gain invaluable experience working or studying in another country before you graduate.Learning outcomes for this courseUnderstand the origins, evolution and contemporary dynamics of politics with an in-depth engagement with its international dimensions.Apply theories, concepts and methods to aspects of politics and international relations, using critical reasoning and (where appropriate) empirical testing to evaluate their strengths and weaknesses.Research independently by: conceiving research questions; explaining the use of theories and concepts; selecting and applying appropriate tools to gather and interpret data; and justifying conclusions.Achieve goals by demonstrating initiative, self-organization, and time management in individual or collaborative work.