International Relations, Minor

International Relations addresses the ways in which governments, private groups and individuals relate to each other in the global political and economic systems. The program provides a solid grounding in the methodologies of political science, history and economics. The curriculum draws on the best courses relevant to world politics, offers a well-rounded liberal arts education and helps prepare students for law or business school, Ph.D. programs and international careers.

Minor Requirements
International Relations in Theory & Practice
PSCI 0400Introduction to International Relations1
International Political Economy1
International Economics (Option 1: International Economics)
International Political Economy (Option 2: International Political Economy w/ PSCI)
International Trade (Option 3: (For ECON majors) International Trade and International Monetary Economics)
International Finance
International History
Select one of the following (no exceptions):1
European Diplomatic History 1789-1914
American Diplomatic History Since 1776
US Empire in the Twentieth Century
Select one of the following:1
Technology, Policy & War
Strategy, Policy and War
European International Relations 1914-present
Electives
Select 1 course units of IR Elective, College We strongly advise students to refer to our curriculum webpage, for a clearer depiction of courses that comprise the IR minor: https://ir.sas.upenn.edu/curriculum1
Select 1 course units of IR Elective, College or Other We strongly advise students to refer to our curriculum webpage, for a clearer depiction of courses that comprise the IR minor: https://ir.sas.upenn.edu/curriculum1
Total Course Units6
1

Core courses must be taken at U of P.

2

Only 1 course unit may be Non - College.


The degree and major requirements displayed are intended as a guide for students entering in the Fall of 2024 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.