Bachelor in International Relations and Diplomacy

The curriculum of the Bachelor of Science in International Relations & Diplomacy at AUT is developed by mirroring academically equivalent undergraduate programs offered by Arizona State University (ASU), in particular programs in International Relations and Political Science delivered through the School of Politics and Global Studies at ASU. The AUT program reflects the structure, learning objectives, and academic progression logic of these ASU programs, while being adapted to AUT’s institutional context, Uzbekistan’s regulatory framework, and local and regional labor-market needs.

About the program

Key Learning Outcomes

  1. IR fundamentals

  2. Global issues analysis

  3. Actors & institutions

  4. Evidence-based methods

  5. Policy evaluation

  6. Professional communication

Two Degrees instead of one: 3+1 Program

Earn Two Bachelor’s Degrees in 4 years.

The Bachelor in International Relations & Diplomacy offers a 3+1 Dual Degree Pathway in partnership with the School of Politics and Global Studies at ASU

Students complete three years at AUT and finish their final year at ASU (online or on campus in Arizona) graduating with two bachelor's degrees in just four years.*

Students choosing the on-campus option may apply for OPT, allowing eligible graduates to work legally in the United States for up to three years (depending on program eligibility)

You Graduate With:

  • Bachelor of Science in International Relations & Diplomacy from AUT, Uzbekistan

  • Bachelor of Science in International Relations from the School of Politics and Global Studies at ASU, United States

*Final year at ASU eligibility depend on successful credit transfer and approval by Arizona State University. Program details may vary based on academic progress.

Jobs you could get

Diplomatic Support Officer
Embassy Administrative Officer
International Cooperation Office
Advocacy Officer
Foreign Affairs Assistant
International Relations Officer
Junior Policy Analyst

Curriculum: list of the courses included

Explore the key courses that will shape your academic journey at AUT. Each course is carefully designed to develop the knowledge and skills essential for your future success. Below is a detailed semester-by-semester breakdown.

Semester 1
  • SGS 101 – Thinking Globally (GCSI)

  • POS 160 – Global Politics (GCSI)

  • MAT 142 – College Mathematics

  • COM 225 – Public Speaking

  • PHI 105 – Introduction to Ethics

  • Modern History of Uzbekistan (National Requirement)

Semester 2
  • INR 205 – Perspectives on International Relations

  • DAT 250 – Data Science and Society

  • FIS 201 – Innovation in Society

  • ECN 212 – Microeconomic Principles

  • SOS 110 – Sustainable World

  • Philosophy (National Requirement)

Semester 3
  • ENG 101 – English Composition I

  • SGS 323 – International Development

  • SGS 204 – Professional Global Career Development

  • ECN 211 – Macroeconomic Principles

  • SGS 370 – Geopolitics (GCSI)

  • Religious Studies (National Requirement)

Semester 4
  • ENG 102 – English Composition II

  • POS 301 – Empirical Political Inquiry (SOBE)

  • POS 486 – International Political Economy (GCSI)

  • SGS 303 – Global Trends (GCSI)

  • POS 350 – Comparative Politics

Semester 5
  • POS 325 – Public Policy Development

  • SGS 350 – Economic Development and Globalization

  • FMS 351 – Emerging Digital Media

  • POS 370 – Law and Society

  • SGS 379 – The Resource Curse

  • ULC – Dual Degree Preparation (Summer Term, for Eligible Students)

Semester 6
  • POS 401 – Political Statistics (QTRS)

  • SGS 321 – International Institutions and Global Governance

  • POS 368 – Ethics and Human Rights (GCSI)

  • SGS 341 – Humanitarian Crisis and International Intervention

  • POS 484 – Internship

Semester 7
  • POS 465 – International Organization and Law (GCSI)

  • Elective – ECN 360: Economic Development (or ASU-equivalent)

  • Elective – Practical Diplomacy and Negotiation Skills (AUT-developed, ASU-aligned)

  • Diplomacy and Foreign Policy of Uzbekistan (National Context Course)

  • Regional Studies

Semester 8
  • POS 480 – Global Justice (GCSI)

  • Elective – SOC 334: Technology and Society (or ASU-equivalent)

  • Elective – POS 467: International Security (GCSI) (or ASU-equivalent)

  • SGS 494 – Diplomacy / Policy Design Studio (Capstone)

  • Upper-Division International Relations Track Elective

Why Choose AUT: Global Opportunities and Excellence

Two degrees instead of one: 3+1 Program

Spend three years at AUT and one year at ASU to graduate with a bachelor’s degree from AUT and a bachelor’s degree from ASU. A Bachelor in International Relations & Diplomacy from AUT and a Bachelor of Science in International Relations Trade from Arizona State University (ASU)

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