Lynn University

What you'll study

This degree blends core international relations theory with focused courses on national security, intelligence, conflict studies and diplomatic practice. You will study the causes and consequences of international conflict, the institutions and law that govern interstate relations, and contemporary security challenges such as terrorism, cyber threats, migration and transnational crime.

• Foundations: international relations theory, comparative politics, political theory and international law.
• Security and policy: national security policy, intelligence analysis, crisis management, counterterrorism and homeland security.
• Research and methods: qualitative and quantitative research methods, data analysis for policy, and policy formulation workshops.
• Regional and thematic studies: courses on regions such as the Middle East, Europe, Asia and Latin America, plus electives on human rights, global migration and international development.
• Practical experience: negotiation and diplomatic simulation exercises, policy labs, internships with government agencies, NGOs or private-sector risk consultancies, and an upper-level capstone or independent research project.

Students may also take language courses to support regional specialisation and are encouraged to participate in study abroad programmes to gain first-hand international experience.

Entry requirements

Applicants should hold a recognised secondary qualification for university entry. Typical requirements include a completed secondary-school diploma with a competitive academic record and evidence of strong communication and analytical skills. Lynn University considers a holistic application, which may include personal statements, recommendation letters and a résumé of extracurricular or work experience.

For applicants whose first language is not English, proof of English proficiency is required, usually demonstrated through accepted tests or alternative institutional evidence of English-language study. Transfer students should provide college transcripts and will have individual course credit evaluated.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for a range of roles in the public, private and non-profit sectors. Common career paths include:

• Diplomacy and foreign service roles with national governments or consulates.
• Policy analysis, legislative assistance and public affairs in government agencies and think tanks.
• Intelligence analysis, homeland security, and roles with national security organisations.
• International development and humanitarian work with NGOs and international organisations.
• Risk analysis, corporate security and international business roles in the private sector.
• Journalism, research, and graduate study in law, international relations or public policy.

Internships and on-campus career services help students build networks and gain practical experience that support graduate employment or further study.

Why study at Lynn University

Lynn University offers a student-centred environment with small class sizes and close faculty mentoring, which benefits students in discussion-heavy fields like international relations and security studies. The institution emphasises experiential learning—internships, simulation exercises and study abroad—which helps translate theory into practice.

Students at Lynn can take advantage of personalised academic advising, career support services and opportunities to engage with visiting practitioners and scholars. The university’s location and institutional focus on global education make it suitable for students seeking an applied, career-oriented bachelor’s degree in international relations and national security studies.