International Relations / Political Science

Learn about the fields of International Relations and Political Science abroad by embarking on your own real life experience abroad. Studying abroad provides you with unique opportunities to build intercultural communication and problem-solving skills essential to success in these fields. Step out into the world and earn academic credit by studying abroad. 

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International Relations Major Minor

Colombia

PROGRAM SUGGESTIONS

Explore these featured programs, offering courses that can help IR/PLS majors meet their requirements while experiencing the world! Note that IR/PLS students are not limited to these programs or locations. The Padnos International Center is happy to help students find additional programs that meet thier degree requirements. 
Study Abroad participants can use their experiences to fufill issues, global perspectives, gen-eds, and electives as well as specific major requirements. 

 

FACULTY-LED PROGRAMS

Location

Program

Available Courses

Northern Ireland (UK)

Peace, Conflict, & Reconciliation

PSY 386: The Psychology of Peace, Conflict, and Reconciliation (6 credits)

*Fulfills Global Perspectives and 1 Issues

SEMESTER AND ACADEMIC YEAR PROGRAMS

Location

Host Institution 

Program Type

Notes

Courses

Japan

For more information,visit the APU website. 

To apply, check ou the program brochure.

Exchange

 

Pre-approved Courses

Morocco

For more information,visit the ISA website.

To apply, check out the program brochure.

Provider

 

Pre-approved Courses

Argentina

For more information, visit the ISA website.

To apply, check out the program brochure. 

Provider

 

Pre-approved Courses

Romania

For more information, visit the Babes-Bolyai University website.
 
To apply, check out the program brochure. 

Exchange

 

Pre-approved Courses

Turkey

For more information, visit the METU wbesite.

To apply, check out the program brochure.

Exchange

 

Pre-approved Courses

Multiple Locations

For more information, visit the SIT website.

To apply, email [email protected] 
 

Provider

SIT offers programs for IR/Political Science students in multiple locations.
SIT programs may be a good match for students who want careers  in the federal government.

Courses vary depending on location

Germany 

For more information visit the IES Abroad website 
To apply, check out the program brochure

Provider

Program includes a part-time internship

Course Information

SUMMER PROGRAMS

Location

Program

Notes 

Available Courses

Switzerland

For more information, visit the International Studies and Multilateral Diplomacy SIT website 

To apply, check out the program brochure 

This program is also avaiable for Fall semester. 

SIT programs may be a good match for students who want careers  in the federal government.

Course Information

Germany 

For more information, visit the ISA Business and the Eurpean Union website

To apply, check out the program brochure 

 

Pre- approved Courses 


RESTRICTIONS

  • Students may NOT take IR International Relations Capstone abroad.
  • Students may NOT take the Political Science Capstone abroad. The following PLS courses may not be taken abroad: PLS 300, PLS 350

INTERNSHIPS

Gain real-world experience globally and build your international network by participating in an internship abroad. 

Internships Abroad 

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EXPLORE OTHER PROGRAMS

There are other program options available. Schedule a study abroad advising appointment to learn more or browse our other program options:

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SCHOLARSHIPS

GVSU Partnership Grants 
Zeeb International Relations Study Abroad Schoarship
Murray Study Abroad Scholarship 

Explore more scholarship opportunities through our scholarship page 

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International Relations Dept. Contact

Polly Diven

2320 Au Sable Hall

(616) 331-3282

[email protected]

Political Science Department Contact

Darren Walhof
1121 AuSable Hall
616-331-2320
[email protected]

"Studying International Relations at Grand Valley fostered my desire to explore the world and with the biggest asset of IR being the ability to study in practically any location, I found myself in Puntarenas, Costa Rica for an academic year. Start your journey to study abroad and discover the incredible places it will take you!" - Katie LaRue

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