Program Structure This degree prepares you for a career in international relations – either in government service, or in non-governmental organizations, particularly development-oriented NGOs. The program focuses on the research skills necessary in the study of international relations and development as well as the practical skills needed in these fields. Download Degree Plan Year 1 / Students learn about: The complex relationships that exist among nations, people, and communities A diverse range of cultural, religious, ethnic, national, and other identities Year 2 / Students are able to: Analyze issues of history, culture, geography, and political economy Explain current approaches toward alleviating poverty and global inequality Evaluate differing political theories Year 3 / Students gain expertise and skills in: Trade and economic policy How to form and organize an NGO Data analysis and research methods Year 4 / Students learn how to: Sharpen their leadership and diplomacy skills Complete an independent research project in a chosen area of international relations and development

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Admission criteria 50% - Math, History, Native & English language grades from the last three years of highschool 20% - English proficiency test certificate 30% - Interview at LCC (online or on-site) English certificate Min. score TOEFL® ITP 500 TOEFL® iBT 61 IELTS ACADEMIC 6.0 PTE ACADEMIC 53 PTE General Test LEVEL 4 CPE or CAE C LanguageCert International ESOL B2 *Duolingo is no longer accepted for LCC Admissions from November 16, 2022 applying for 2023-2024 intake and further. THE ENGLISH CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENT MAY BE WAIVED ONLY IF: You are a citizen of Great Britain, Ireland, Australia, Canada, the U.S. or New Zealand You attended a university for at least one academic year in any of the above mentioned countries You attended a FLEX program or other exchange program that lasted for at least one academic year in any of the above mentioned countries You successfully completed an International or European Baccalaureate program