International relations

Program structure

Training in the bachelor’s program 60310800 – International Relations is delivered in a full-time format within the credit-module system. The standard duration of study is 4 years and the programme comprises 240 ECTS credits.

The curriculum is interdisciplinary and combines the study of international relations with political science, economics, law, diplomacy, regional studies, and security studies. Students take courses such as Theory of International Relations, Political Science, Geopolitics, International Organizations, International Security Studies, Conflict Studies, World Economy, Foreign Policy of the Republic of Uzbekistan, Diplomatic Protocol and Etiquette, Diplomatic and Consular Service, and Basics of Diplomacy. The programme also includes courses aimed at strengthening analytical and practical skills, including Strategic Thinking and Interaction, Strategic Culture, Communication Skills, Information Technology, and Management.

In addition to their core academic studies, students have the opportunity to study one additional foreign language chosen from 12 languages offered by the university, enhancing their readiness for professional activity in international and multilingual environments.

The programme also includes practice-oriented learning opportunities. During their studies, students may undertake internships and professional placements in relevant ministries, government bodies, diplomatic missions, embassies, international organizations, and analytical institutions. Students also benefit from UWED’s broader academic and research environment through engagement with leading institutes, analytical centres, and think tanks, including the Institute for Advanced International Studies, the International Institute for Central Asia, the Institute of Macroeconomic and Regional Studies, the Institute for Strategic and Interregional Studies, the Center for Progressive Reforms, the Center for Analysis of Democratic Processes, and the Family and Women Research Center.

Career opportunities

Graduates of the programme may pursue careers in a wide range of internationally oriented fields. They may work in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, diplomatic missions and consular institutions of the Republic of Uzbekistan abroad, diplomatic missions of foreign states in Uzbekistan, ministries, state committees, khokimiyats, and other public authorities with international departments and divisions.

Career pathways also include international organizations, research and analytical centres, public and political institutions, universities, media, private companies engaged in international cooperation, and representative offices of foreign and international institutions.