BA - Bachelor of Arts in International Relations

Program Overview

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Overview

The BA - Bachelor of Arts in International Relations program combines a global international relations outlook with the practical skills of business thinking. This specialization provides a solid knowledge of the global economic environment recognizing politics, cross-cultural values, and ethics as key components. Students who complete this program are trained to apply a global mindset and creative thinking to conflict management and resolution while considering growth and the bottom line.

Duration

Seven semesters/three years

Number of Credits

240 ECTS

Start dates

October, February, June & August

Language

English

Fees per semester

€ 7,050

Location

Barcelona

Degree Awarded

• A university bachelor’s degree (título propio) awarded by Universitat de Vic – Universitat Central de Catalunya (UVic-UCC), Spain.
• An ACBSP and IACBE accredited bachelor’s degree from EU Business School Switzerland, which is institutionally accredited by IQA and certified by eduQua.
• A state-recognized BA (Hons) in Business Management degree from University of Derby, U.K.

Optional diploma

Students can study an additional semester of their specialization to earn a Diploma of Advanced Studies (título propio) awarded by EU Business School Switzerland.

About Our Validating & Accrediting Partners

Universitat de Vic - Universitat Central de Catalunya

(UVic-UCC)

Universitat de Vic – Universitat Central de Catalunya (UVic-UCC) is an officially recognized university in Spain. It is inscribed in the Registro Universitario de Centros y Títulos (Register of University Centers and Qualifications, RUCT) with the code 060, and is legally authorized to accredit higher education qualifications according to Organic Law 2/2023, 22nd March, which pertains to the university system. UVic-UCC is accredited by the Agencia Nacional de Evaluación de la Calidad y Acreditación (ANECA), and AQU Catalunya.

University of Derby

(UoD)

The University of Derby (UoD) is a public university recognized by the U.K. government’s higher education authorities. It is audited by the Quality Assurance Agency (QAA), the official quality assurance body for the Office of Students (OfS), the regulator for higher education in England.

UoD is ranked within the top 20 in the UK for teaching quality by the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024. It was awarded Gold in the prestigious Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023 and was ranked among the top 25 for overall student satisfaction in the Complete University Guide 2025.

Benefits of Studying a Bachelor's

• Visit leading companies to see how successful companies really work
• Gain guest speaker insights in class and at exclusive EU events
• Develop innovative thinking and a flexible mindset

Why Barcelona?

Studying a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations in Barcelona gives students the opportunity to expand their business knowledge in one of the world’s most advanced smart cities. Entrepreneurs and innovators are nurtured and cultivated in this forward-thinking city, which attracts outstanding tech talent and innovative startups, of which there are currently more than 2,100. Barcelona is also home to some of the world’s largest multinational companies, including Airbnb, Amazon, and the Siemens Innovation Center.

This diverse and cosmopolitan city on the Mediterranean coast boasts almost five kilometers of golden beaches and provides students with excellent opportunities for sports activities and socializing. Famously home to FC Barcelona, it also has a wide array of cultural offerings including museums, UNESCO-listed monuments, and architectural gems from the city’s most celebrated son, Antoni Gaudí.

This Program is Also Available in

• Geneva
• Munich
• Digital

Faculty

EU's faculty is composed of highly qualified academics, entrepreneurs, consultants, and business leaders.

All courses are taught by lecturers with a wealth of practical experience in their fields. Our teaching staff create a personalized and interactive learning environment that promotes and fosters the skills and knowledge required for a successful career in business. The caliber of the faculty and a culture that values and rewards an entrepreneurial spirit are what make EU Business School stand out.

Campus Facilities

EU Barcelona boasts three state-of-the art campus buildings right in the heart of one of the world’s most vibrant and advanced smart cities.

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