Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Diplomacy (online)

🎓Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Diplomacy (Online)

Schiller International University offers a globally recognized online Bachelor’s degree in International Relations and Diplomacy, designed for students seeking a flexible and immersive path into global politics, diplomacy, and international cooperation.

⏳Duration, Language & Format

This degree program lasts approximately 40 months (4 years) and is taught entirely in English. It is delivered in a 100% online, asynchronous format, allowing students to combine studies with work or other commitments from anywhere in the world.

📜Official Degree & International Recognition

Earn an accredited U.S. university degree tailored to today’s global environment. The program is aligned with international academic standards and recognized both in the United States and internationally.

🌍Virtual, Practical & Global Learning

The online learning model follows Schiller’s experiential methodology, including pre-recorded sessions, real-world case studies, weekly forums, diplomatic simulations, and access to a worldwide professional network.

📘International Academic Credits

This program totals 120 American credits, equivalent to 240 ECTS under the European system. This ensures global academic recognition and mobility.

📚Curriculum Structure

General Education Courses:

• Psychology and Well-being
• Modern European History
• Global Business Perspectives
• Big Data and Artificial Intelligence
• Academic English and Writing
• Mathematics, Science and Society
• Foreign Languages

International Relations Core:

• North-South Political Economy
• Global Economic Policies
• Asia-Pacific International Relations
• U.S. Foreign Policy
• Modern Diplomacy
• Writing for International Affairs
• Practical Diplomacy
• European Union Studies
• Global Trends in IR
• U.S. Politics and Political Science
• Developing Economies
• Intercultural Communication
• Conflict Resolution and Negotiation

Capstone & Electives:

• Capstone Project I & II
• International Project Planning
• Accounting, Entrepreneurship, Organizational Psychology
• Foreign Languages (Intermediate and Advanced)
• Middle East Geopolitics
• International Marketing and Data Analysis

🌟Key Program Advantages

• Specialized training in diplomacy, global politics, international economics, and geopolitical strategy.
• Fully asynchronous classes, accessible 24/7 with pre-recorded lectures, forums, and virtual campus access.
• Truly international environment: 130+ nationalities, 4 campuses, and a global alumni network of over 20,000.
• Option to transfer to on-campus study in Madrid, Paris, Heidelberg, or Tampa from the second year onward.
• Personalized academic support and professional career guidance throughout the program.
• Career focus: prepare for international organizations, NGOs, diplomacy, institutional relations, and multinationals.

🧳Tailored for International Students & Veterans

• No visa or relocation required.
• Save on travel and housing costs.
• Dedicated support for military and veteran students.
• Degree officially recognized in the U.S. and globally.