Bachelor in International Relations & Political Science

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What is a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations & Political Science?

HEIP’s Bachelor’s program provides students with three years of solid academic knowledge in international relations, political science, law, economics, geopolitics and geoeconomics. Combining interdisciplinary teaching and professional skills, our pedagogical model is based on innovation:

fundamental knowledge
active, immersive teaching
applied knowledge
put into practice.

The first two years allow students to strengthen fundamental subjects and knowledges.

In the third year, students can choose to gain international experience on our London campus (first semester) or by going abroad during the second semester.

AN INTERNATIONAL OPENING

It’s possible to do this program in French or English throughout the 3 years. This enables students to acquire dual language skills and benefit from an international dimension in their curriculum.

A PROFESSIONAL PROGRAM

Internships are an integral part of the Bachelor’s program. In the first and second years, internships are strongly recommended, while in the third year, a minimum three-month internship in France or abroad is compulsory.

Online application (French or international students living in France)

Online application (International students residing outside of France)

What is the Bachelor’s program in International Relations & Political Science?

1st year

In the first year, students can choose between a program taught entirely in French or in ^English*.

Learning objectives:

Acquire the methodological foundations and fundamental knowledge specific to each of the major disciplines.
Discover and understand the different components of the legal, economic and geopolitical environment.
Assimilate analysis and argumentation tools and methods.

Main course topics :

Geostrategy
– Constitutional law and political institutions (5th Republic)
History of the State
Law introduction
The main currents of economic thought
French politics from 1789 to today
Methodology and analysis of international relations
International Affairs & International Relations and Diplomacy (eng)
Fundamentals of macroeconomics
Methodology of academic work in Constitutional Law
Introduction to geopolitics
Introduction to political science
Analysis of international and geopolitical news
Politic of the humanity 1: culture and rhetoric
Shift
PACT
End-of-year seminar
LV1 English
LV2 and LV3 (a wide choice of languages)

^{*English Track}

2nd year

Classes are taught in French.

Learning objectives:

Deepen the methodological foundations of analysis and research methods in international relations and political science.
Assimilate fundamental knowledge including concepts and theories of international relations and political science.

Main course topics :

Public International Law
Introduction to financial and monetary issues
History of European construction
Economic history
State, finance and public policy
Comparative political regimes
Geopolitics of religions
Main trends in sociology
History of political ideas
Political Science
Great contemporary conflicts
International Affairs and Modern Diplomacy 2
Politic of the humanity 2: Cultures and political writing
Shift
Project management
LV1 English
LV2 and LV3 (a wide choice of languages)
TOEFL preparation

3rd year

HEIP encourages its students to spend a semester abroad so that they can understand international relations from a non-French perspective.

Courses are taught in French, or in English if one of the semesters is spent abroad.

Learning objectives:

Open up to international markets
Deepen your knowledge of one of the proposed majors in Political Science or International Relations
Preparing for MSc specialization

Several options are available to the student during this year.

Semester 1

Choice A :

On-campus courses in Paris, Lyon or Bordeaux (in French).

Main course topics :

Theory of international relations
Artificial intelligence, digitization and social change
Political theory and the environment
Administration and its law
Civil liberties and fundamental rights
Geopolitics of international crime
Introduction to public finance and taxation
LV1 English
LV2 and LV3 (a wide choice of languages)

Choice B :

Courses on the London campus (in English).

Main course topics :

Multilateral institutions : economy
Multilateral institutions: security
World religions and development
Contemporary politics
Environment and global challenges
Project (diplomacy game, France vs UK))

Semester 2

Choice A :

On-campus courses in Paris, Lyon or Bordeaux (in French).

COMMON TRUNK :

European Union: law and institutions
Humanitarian law
LV1 English
LV2 and LV3 (a wide choice of languages)

POLITICAL SCIENCE MAJOR :

History of political parties and commitments
Contemporary political issues
Contemporary social issues
Public speaking and office work
Literature, art and politics
Introduction to local authority law
Economy and climate issues
Introduction to public finance and taxation

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS MAJOR :

History of international law
International affairs and Modern diplomacy 3
Elective 4/6 Zone study :
Geopolitics of Asia Pacific
Geopolitics of Sub-Saharan Africa
Geopolitics of the Middle East
Geopolitics of the Mediterranean
Geopolitics of Russia and central Asia
Geopolitics of America

Choice B :

Exchange at one of our foreign partner universities or on the London campus.

What is the recognition of the Bachelor’s degree in International Relations and Political Science?

This course leads to a “Bachelor Relations Internationales et Sciences Politiques” certificate issued by HEIP.

ECTS credits (European Credits Transfer System).

These credits validate a student’s skills and level of higher education, based on the workload required to achieve the program objectives, which are defined in terms of the knowledge and skills to be acquired.

Each year of higher education earned 60 ECTS credits, recognized throughout Europe.

ECTS CREDITS SHEET

This program enables students to apply their theoretical knowledge in a professional context.

Year & minimum duration	Internship	Objectives
Year 1 no minimum duration required*.	Immersion course > Optional	– Discover the different facets of international relations and politics in real-life situations. – Understand the importance of international relations and politics in today’s world. – Gain initial professional experience.
Year 2 no minimum duration required*.	Internship deepening > Optional	– Adapt to the demands of the business world. – Develop autonomy and adaptability. – Understand and develop your interpersonal skills in the workplace.
Year 3 3 months minimum	Application internship > Mandatory	– Discover or deepen your professional project. – Deepen students’ ability to analyze problems, propose solutions and develop autonomy. – Gain in confidence, maturity and skills.

*Total number of training periods may not exceed six months per academic year (132 working days, or 924 hours).

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What is the the International Relations & Political Science Bachelor’s programme?

The year consists of:

lectures

TD (Tutored Work) courses in small groups
group work
e-learning
seminars

Evaluation method:

Throughout the year, students are assessed by continuous assessment. At the end of each semester, other methods are also used to assess students, through mid-term exams and case studies.

Each semester, students are supported in :

their preparation for the professional world
in carrying out individual or group projects
in organizing lecture series

What are the are the prerequisites for the Bachelor’s degree in International Relations & Political Science? ?

The Bachelor’s degree is designed for holders of a BAC with specialization in HGGSP (History-Geography, Geopolitics and Political Science) or a post-baccalaureate qualification (BAC+1 or BAC+2) in humanities, law, social sciences or economics. These specializations are preferred, but if you have done another specialization and have a strong background in political science and international relations, you can apply for the bachelor’s degree.

Applications for a Bachelor’s degree are open to those who hold or are in the process of obtaining a Baccalaureate or equivalent foreign diploma.

Applications for a Bachelor 2 are open to holders or in the process of obtaining a Bac+1 or an equivalent of 60 ECTS credits, in the field of humanities, politics, economics, law and social sciences, acquired within the University or a Higher Education Institute in France or abroad.

Applications for a Bachelor 3 are open to holders or in the process of obtaining a Bac+2 or an equivalent of 120 ECTS credits, in the field of humanities, politics, economics, law and social sciences, acquired within the University or a Higher Education Institute in France or abroad.

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What are the are the entry requirements for the Bachelor’s degree in International Relations & Political Science? ?

New students wishing to enter the Bachelor’s program will have to put together an application file, take admission tests (written and oral) and meet the prerequisites. Candidates receive their test results 4 weeks after presenting their file to a jury. All the details are explained on the Bachelor’s admissions page.

For former HEIP students, the re-registration platform is open from May 1 to July 16, 2023. Re-enrolment is subject to validation of the previous year.

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What are the tuition fees for the Bachelor’s degree in International Relations & Political Science for the 2025-2026 academic year ?

By Year	School Fees
Year 1	70 administration fee 8,950 with a €1,100 reservation deposit 103 € CVEC tax to be paid before the start of the school year following registration
Year 2	70 administration fee 8,950 with a €1,100 reservation deposit 103 € CVEC tax to be paid before the start of the school year following registration
Year 3	70 administration fee 8,950 with a €1,100 reservation deposit 103 € CVEC tax to be paid before the start of the school year following registration

These rates are valid for the start of the 2025/2026 school year and may be reviewed annually.

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Practical information about the Bachelor’s degree in International Relations & Political Science

Rates

Satisfaction with teacher quality (pedagogy, expertise, availability, support, dialogue): 84%.
Satisfaction with the quality of training programs, content and courses offered: 76%.
Satisfaction with teaching methods used: 82%.
Satisfaction with access to information (extranet, e-mail newsletters, online campus, social networks, internship platform): 75%.
Satisfaction with the quality of the working environment: 84%.