B.A. in International Relations (Major)
Prague, Czech Republic
BA
DURATION
3 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Mar 2026
TUITION FEES
USD 36,679 *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* for Non-EU | for EU 31,781 USD
Key Summary
he B.A. in International Relations (Major) program at Anglo-American University is delivered by a faculty of experts from all over the world that bring years of professional experience to the classroom. Students can expect to gain a solid background in theoretical and philosophical concepts as well as an understanding of international and domestic politics.
The curriculum offers a balanced mix of courses on political and international relations theory, philosophy, economy and history which is complemented by a range of skills-oriented courses in writing and research or classes increasing proficiency in foreign languages.
Beyond the classroom you can join student clubs like Diplomacy or Model UN, practice your debate skills at a faculty-student debate or discuss current political issues with professors and local experts at an event like ‘Professors in the Pub’.
International Relations (Major) is a 3-year study program. To graduate, students must accumulate 90 US credits (180 ECTS credits) by completing 30 courses.
This program does not include a specific concentration; instead, students are required to take more major courses which allow for more choice of electives.
General Education Module
- Composition I
- Composition II
- Computer Information Systems
One course from the following:
- World History II
- European History II
One course from the following:
- Intro to Economic Thought
Major Module
- Introduction to Politics (Politics I)
- Political Philosophy I
- Introduction to International Organizations
- Nations and Nationalism
- Introduction to International Relations
- History of the Cold War
- History of European Integration
- Global Security
- Political Economy
One course from the following:
- POS 240 Social Sciences Research Methods / International Relations Research Methods
On top of that students are also required to complete the Thesis Seminar, Internship, and Thesis module.
IR Electives Module
Students can choose 5 elective courses offered by the School of International Relations & Diplomacy as listed below.
Open Electives Module
Students can choose 5 elective courses offered by the School of International Relations & Diplomacy as listed below or electives offered by any other school at AAU.
School of International Relations & Diplomacy Electives
- French I / German I / Spanish I or Russian I
- French II / German II / Spanish II or Russian II.
- American Foreign Policy in Film
- British Foreign Policy
- Central European History
- Democracy in the USA
- Democratization and Survival of Autocrats
Editorial Cartoons in Political and Social Science
(The) Emergence of the Modern Middle East
Germany in the 20th Century
Global Governance
- Human Rights
- Islam and the West
- Legacies of Totalitarianism: Post-Totalitarian Europe
- Non-Violent Conflict: Application and Theory
Political Parties and Party Systems
- Russian Foreign Policy
- Sustainable Development: from Global Vision to Meaningful Practice
- Terrorism in Global Politics
US – UK Special Relationship
US in Global Politics (in the Age of Trump)
- US National Security Policy
For the International Relations (Major) program, the following minors are available:
- Business Administration
- Humanities, Society and Culture
- Journalism
- Visual Arts Studies
Graduates of the B.A. in International Relations can expect to:
- Discuss and debate basic theories, levels of analysis and empirical evidence used in relevant scholarly literature.
- Apply theory to compare and contrast the meanings and functions of political institutions in different political systems and explain the outcomes and performance of political processes.
- Apply theory to understand the workings of the global economy, and to assess the role of businesses, governments, and international organizations.
- Apply theory to understand history and current events in international relations.
- Apply theory to understand European integration history, institutions, and policy.
For Perspective Students
- First-Year Honors Scholarship
- Bilateral Recognition Scholarship
- External Distinction MA Scholarship
- Alumni Scholarship
For Current Students
- Merit-Based Scholarship
- Accommodation Scholarship
- Lennon Wall Journalism Scholarship
- Art Studio Exhibition Scholarship
- Curatorial Final Exhibition Project Scholarship
- Social Scholarship
- Entrepreneurship Competition Scholarship
- Community Engagement Scholarship
- Emergency Student Fund
- President's Scholarship
- Bring a Friend Referral Program
AAU graduates thrive in multinational environments and are able to communicate professionally in English to international audiences. As a graduate of this degree program, you will be well-equipped to continue your studies or pursue a global career in areas such as:
- Diplomacy
- Cultural Management
- Social Research and Publishing
- Reporting and Administration
- Public Service
- Humanitarian Government or NGO’s