International Relations
Foreign policy, diplomacy, international economics, and global security. Often paired with language fluency.
Core courses
- • International Politics
- • International Economics
- • Comparative Politics
- • Foreign Policy
- • International Security
- • Foreign Language
- • Regional Studies
- • Senior Thesis
Career paths
- • Foreign Service
- • International NGOs
- • Government Affairs
- • International Business
- • Intelligence Community
- • Policy Think Tanks
- • Journalism
- • Graduate School (MA, MIA)
What to expect
Language fluency is a strong differentiator. Study abroad and internships in international organizations valuable.
How Fennie helps
Fennie supports language learning ([Spanish](/subject/spanish), [French](/subject/french), [Japanese](/subject/japanese)) alongside political-economics coursework.
FAQ
IR or political science?
IR more globally-focused; poli sci broader. Often offered as concentration of poli sci.
Foreign Service Officer?
Highly competitive — requires passing FSOT exam and oral assessment. Multiple application cycles common.
Languages required?
Not strictly, but strong asset. Critical languages (Arabic, Mandarin, Russian) especially valued.
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