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Programme NameBachelor of Social Science (International Relations) (0852)
DepartmentDepartment of Government and International Affairs
FacultyFaculty of Social Sciences
Admission CriteriaUniversity of Guyana Diploma or its equivalent from any other recognized institution.
OR
At least three (3) subjects at the GCE Advanced Level plus two (2) subjects at CXC General Proficiency/GCE Ordinary Level, English Language must be among the subjects obtained.
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At least two (2) subjects at the GCE Advanced level plus three (3) subjects at CXC/CSEC General Proficiency/GCE Ordinary Level. Subjects must English Language.
OR
One year Certificate in Industrial Relations and Social Studies from Critchlow Labour College (CLC) together with a pass at the University of Guyana Entrance Examination (UGEE).
OR
The Government Technical Institute Ordinary Diploma in Commerce (ODC)
OR
The Government Technical Institute Ordinary Certificate in Business Studies.
OR
One Year Certificate in Industrial Relations and Management (IDCE).
OR
Trained Teachers' Certificate, Grade 1, Class 1.
OR
Mature age (26 years and over) together with a pass at the University of Guyana Entrance Examination (UGEE).
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Any qualification considered by the University to be equivalent to any of the above.
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At least five (5) subjects at CXC/CSEC General Proficiency, grades I, II or III or GCE "O" level, grades A, B, or C. Subjects must include English Language.
First Year
Annual
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
VVV1101 Elective (8 credits) Not Specified 8 Choose one of the following: SPA1003 or FRE1003 or PRT1003
Semester 1
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
AAA4104 Additional Course (4 Credits) Not Specified 4 Slot for Chinese courses
ENG1105 Introduction to the Use of English Hybrid (Online and In Class) 4
POL1100 Theory and Practice of Politics Online 3
SOC1100 The Study of Society Online 3
Semester 2
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
AAA4204 Additional Course (4 Credits) Not Specified 4 Slot for Chinese courses
ENG1205 Use of English Online 4
POL1200 Introduction to Political Structures and Institutions Online 3
SOC1200 Introduction to Sociological Theory Online 3
Second Year
Semester 1
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
ECN1100 Introductory Micro-Economics Hybrid (Online and In Class) 4
MNG2100 Computer Studies I Online 4
POL2102 The Rise & Development of Political Tradition Online 3
POL2104 Evolution of the International System Online 4
POL3100 Introduction to Caribbean Politics Online 3
Semester 2
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
ECN1200 Introductory Macro-Economics Hybrid (Online and In Class) 4
MNG2200 Computer Studies II Online 4
POL2201 The History of Political Thought Online 4
POL2202 Politics & Development in the Third World Online 3
POL3200 Issues in Caribbean Politics Online 3
Third Year
Semester 1
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
IRL3109 International Finance. Online 3
LAW2109 Public International Law I Online 3
POL3105 Introduction to International Relations Online 3
WST4100 Gender and Development Online 4
ZZZ3101 Elective (4 credits) Not Specified 4 Choose one of the following: DPM4100 or SOC4106
Semester 2
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
IRL3208 Diplomacy & International Negotiations Online 4
IRL3209 Global Political Economy Online 4
LAW2209 Public International Law II. Online 3
POL3206 Issues in International Relations Online 4
Fourth Year
Semester 1
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
GIA4104 Research Strategies & Techniques Online 3
IRL4104 Introduction to Latin American Politics Online 3
IRL4107 Comparative Political Systems Online 4
IRL4108 Foreign Policy of Guyana Online 3
Semester 2
Course Code Course Name Delivery Mode Course Credit Remarks
GIA4204 Independent Research Project Online 3
IRL4201 International & Regional Organisations Online 3
IRL4202 Issues in Regional Politics - Latin America Online 3
IRL4205 Ethics and International Relations Online 4
WWW1201 Elective (3 or 4 credits) Not Specified 3 Please choose one of POL3207, DPM3201 or DPM3202 for this elective course after consultation with your HOD.