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Bachelor of Political Science and International Relations

 

The Bachelor's Program in Political Science and International Relations offered by UHA University, an American university accredited by the  International Education Quality Management (IEQM) in the United States of America.

The university has been listed in the Impact Rankings 2025 issued by the global Times Higher Education organization.


Program Overview

The Bachelor of Political Science and International Relations program is a university-level academic program designed in accordance with American higher education standards. It aims to provide students with a solid knowledge and methodological foundation in political science, international relations, and public policy.

The program focuses on theoretical analysis, scientific research methodologies, and understanding regional and international issues, while taking into consideration the political and social context of Middle Eastern countries. It qualifies graduates to pursue postgraduate studies (Master’s and PhD) or work in fields such as the public sector, diplomacy, international organizations, and research and study centers.


Program Objectives

  • Understanding fundamental and contemporary theories in political science and international relations.

  • Analyzing political systems, public policies, and regional and international issues using scientific methodologies.

  • Applying qualitative and quantitative research methods in political studies.

  • Using statistical tools and data in policy analysis and decision-making.

  • Evaluating governance, ethics, and leadership issues in local and international contexts.

  • Preparing academic research and policy reports in accordance with recognized scientific standards.


Accredited Certificates

Study with us in the program and earn an academic degree with a certificate issued by UHA University and accredited by the  International Education Quality Management (IEQM) in the United States of America.


Study Plan:

(40 courses – 132 credit hours)

The program consists of the following academic semesters:

Semester

Course Code

Course Name

Credit Hours

Notes

First Semester

POL 101

Introduction to Political Science

3 Hours

 
 

POL 102

Academic Writing in Social Sciences

3 Hours

 
 

POL 103

Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

3 Hours

 
 

POL 104

Digital Skills for Social Sciences

3 Hours

 
 

POL 105

English for Political Science and International Relations

3 Hours

 

Second Semester

POL 106

Comparative Politics

3 Hours

 
 

POL 107

Advanced Academic Writing and Research

3 Hours

 
 

POL 108

Statistics for Public Policy (SPSS)

3 Hours

 
 

POL 109

Political Thought and Ideologies

3 Hours

 
 

POL 110

Introduction to Public Policy

3 Hours

 

Third Semester

POL 111

International Relations: Theory and Practice

3 Hours

 
 

BUS 112

Negotiation Management in Social Sciences

3 Hours

 
 

POL 113

Comparative Constitutional Law and Public Freedoms

3 Hours

 
 

BUS 114

Public and Local Administration

3 Hours

 
 

POL 115

Microeconomics and Public Policies

3 Hours

 

Fourth Semester

POL 116

Contemporary Political Theory

3 Hours

 
 

BUS 117

Management of International Financial Organizations

3 Hours

 
 

STA 118

Statistical Analysis of Political Data

3 Hours

 
 

POL 119

Middle East Politics and Regional Systems

3 Hours

 
 

BUS 120

Leadership Theories in Institutions

3 Hours

 

Fifth Semester

BUS 121

Crisis and Disaster Management

3 Hours

 
 

POL 122

International Organizations and Global Governance

3 Hours

 
 

POL 123

Comparative Political Systems

3 Hours

 
 

STA 124

Markov Chain Analysis and Stochastic Models

3 Hours

 
 

POL 125

Comparative Foreign Policy

3 Hours

 

Sixth Semester

POL 126

Conflict Analysis and Peacebuilding

3 Hours

 
 

POL 127

Human Rights and International Humanitarian Law

3 Hours

 
 

BUS 128

Strategic Management

3 Hours

 
 

POL 129

Electoral Systems and Voting Behavior

3 Hours

 
 

BUS 130

International Business

3 Hours

 

Seventh Semester

POL 131

Security Studies and Strategic Policies

3 Hours

 
 

POL 132

Governance, Anti-Corruption, and Transparency

3 Hours

 
 

STA 133

Data Analysis in Political Science

3 Hours

 
 

BUS 134

Change Management in Government Institutions

3 Hours

 
 

POL 135

Political Media and Public Opinion

3 Hours

 

Eighth Semester

POL 136

Graduation Project in Social Sciences

12 Hours

 
 

STA 137

Regression Models and Their Uses in Politics

3 Hours

 
 

BUS 138

Institutional Development in Government Institutions

3 Hours

 
 

POL 139

Political Campaigns and Electoral Strategies

3 Hours

 
 

POL 140

International Work Skills and Career Path

3 Hours

 

 

Total Credit Hours

 

132 Hours

 

 The program duration is 36 months, with a minimum of 30 academic months plus the defense (including 4 summer semesters).


Career Opportunities

Graduates of this program can pursue careers as diplomats or embassy staff, political or economic analysts in international organizations, researchers or academics in research centers, officers in non-governmental organizations (NGOs) or human rights bodies, journalists or analysts in specialized media outlets, and political or economic advisors for governments and corporations


Duration and Study System

The program follows the American Credit Hours system (US Credit Hours). The total graduation requirements are 132 credit hours, distributed across eight academic semesters.

The program consists of 40 courses, with most courses calculated as three (3) credit hours, while some advanced or applied courses are calculated as four (4) credit hours. The graduation project is calculated as twelve (12) credit hours.


What are the registration and certification fees for this program

Basic Tuition Fee: $375 USD per semester

The full program costs $3000

College Registration Fee and Issuance of Acceptance Letter: $75 (one-time payment upon registration)

 

Discounts:

  • A 15% discount is granted upon enrollment at the university when paying tuition fees in installments at the beginning of each semester.

  • A 25% discount is granted when paying the full tuition fees in one payment after receiving the admission letter from the university.

Flexible Payment Options: Students can coordinate with the admissions officer to arrange a suitable payment method


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For more details, visit our website: www.uha.edu.eu

Contact via Email: info@uha.edu.eu

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Study Plans

Study Plan of the Bachelor’s Program in Political Science and International Relations – First Cohort
Number of hours: 132
Year: 2026
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