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.
For more information: http://www.sas.upenn.edu/irp/
| Code | Title | Course Units |
|---|---|---|
| Minor Requirements | ||
| International Relations in Theory & Practice | ||
| PSCI 0400 | Introduction to International Relations | 1 |
| International Political Economy | 1 | |
| 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) | ||
or ECON 4520 | 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 | |
| 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/curriculum | 1 | |
| 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/curriculum | 1 | |
| Total Course Units | 6 | |
- 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 2025 and later. Students should consult with their academic program regarding final certifications and requirements for graduation.