Transcripts · Student Portal · Staff Portal · Support · Search
Apply Now
Programme · BSc

BSc International Relations.

  • Duration 4 years
  • Credits 120–180
  • Mode Full-time
  • Accreditation Fully accredited
I. About

About the programme.

Undergraduate degree in international relations at Caleb Business School.
Department Department of Political Science & International Relations
Faculty College of Arts, Social and Management Sciences
Code CBS-IRL
II. Curriculum

Four levels, one journey.

12 courses across 1 levels, totalling 27 credits. Each level builds on the last; the final year culminates in a capstone project.

Download the approved curriculum (PDF)

100 Level
12 courses 27 credits
Code Course Cr. Sem Type
IRS102 Evolution of the Contemporary International System 2 2 Core
IRS104 The Rise of Nation States 2 2 Core
POL104 Nigeria Legal Sysyem 2 2 Core
CULPOL108 Introduction to Psychology 2 2 Core
POL102 Introduction to African Politics 2 2 Core
CULPOL110 Basic Statistics 2 2 Core
CULPOL112 Basic French 2 2 Core
CULPOL106 Leadership and Governance 3 2 Core
GST112 Nigerian Peoples & Culture Indigenous cultures, value systems, social institutions, contemporary issues. Required NUC general-studies course. 2 2 Core GST
MTH102 Elementary Mathematics II Function of a real variable, graphs, limits and idea of continuity. The derivative as limit of rate of change. Techniques of differentiatio… 2 2 Core
SMS102 Communication in English I Listening and speaking skills, reading and writing techniques, language and society. Builds the academic English foundation expected of all… 3 2 Core GST
SMS104 Communication in English I Listening and speaking skills, reading and writing techniques, language and society. Builds the academic English foundation expected of all… 3 2 Core GST

Course descriptions and learning outcomes are reviewed annually in line with NUC CCMAS guidelines and industry feedback.  Download the approved curriculum (PDF) →

III. Learning outcomes

What you'll be able to do.

Graduates leave equipped with the foundational rigour and the practical skills the field demands.

  • Understand global politics. Explain the actors, structures, and dynamics of international relations.
  • Analyse foreign policy. Assess diplomacy, foreign policy, and international cooperation and conflict.
  • Study international institutions. Examine the role of international organisations and law.
  • Understand global political economy. Analyse trade, development, and security in the global system.
  • Conduct research. Design and carry out empirical research on international questions.
  • Communicate and negotiate. Present analysis and arguments in diplomatic and policy settings.
VI. Assessment

How you'll be assessed.

Continuous assessment & examinations

Each course combines continuous assessment - assignments, tests, and class work - with an end-of-semester examination; weights and formats are set in each course outline.

Research essays & project

Research essays, presentations, and a final-year project complement written examinations.

External examiners

In line with NUC requirements, qualified academics from other universities moderate examinations and assess final-year projects.

NUC CCMAS compliance

Assessment follows the National Universities Commission's Core Curriculum and Minimum Academic Standards for the discipline.

Ready to apply to this programme?

Begin your application — about 10 minutes — or talk to admissions first.

We use cookies to run this site and improve your experience. See our privacy & cookie policy.