15 Best International Relations Courses on edX
We compared 15 International Relations courses currently listed on edX, priced from $39.00 to $896.40. 8 come from a named university or institution, including University of London, American University and University of Bayreuth. They are ordered by our CourseAsk score, which is built from how thoroughly each course describes what it teaches, whether it comes from a named institution, and how it compares on price — not from star ratings, which our course data does not include.
- Courses compared
- 15
- Price range
- $39.00 – $896.40
- Providers
- edX
- Last updated
- 18 Sep 2026
How these 15 courses were chosen
Every course below is a real, currently listed course from edX, matched to "international relations" by our catalog and ordered by our CourseAsk score. Courses whose own title names the topic rank above those only tagged with it.
The grade on each entry scores how much the provider publishes about the course before you pay — the length and detail of the description, whether it lists learning outcomes and objectives — and whether a named university or institution stands behind it. A is fully documented and institution-backed; E is little more than a title and a price. Courses with almost nothing published are left ungraded rather than marked down, because an unknown course and a poor one are not the same thing.
There are no star ratings on this page — the course feeds we license do not include them, and we would rather leave a column out than fill it with a number we cannot stand behind. What we do have is price: these range from $39.00 to $896.40, as listed by the provider when we last updated the page.
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Bachelor of Science in International Relations
Offered by University of London
This Bachelor's in International Relations offered on edX explores the intricate dynamics of global politics, economics, and cultures. It aims to provide students with a solid foundation in understanding international re...
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Master of Arts in International Relations
Offered by American University
The Master of Arts in International Relations program offers a rich exploration of global politics, diplomacy, and international collaboration. You'll engage with key issues influencing international relations today, enc...
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Business, International Relations and the Political Economy
Offered by LSE
Successfully tackle the obstacles posed by globalisation and leverage the business opportunities presented by a worldwide marketplace.
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Model United Nations
Offered by University of Bayreuth
Are you a future policymaker, consultant, negotiator, or diplomat? If so, this course is for you! You will acquire skills in negotiation, public speaking, creative thinking, and leadership. Model United Nations (MUN) is...
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The Threat of Nuclear Terrorism
Offered by Stanford University
Former Secretary of Defense William J. Perry and a team of international experts explore what can be done about the threat of nuclear terrorism in this free course, for which you can earn a signed Statement of Accomplish...
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Foundations of Ethical Decision-Making: Government and Political Issues
Offered by Georgetown University
Globalization has dramatically increased the influence of international corporations in political, economic, and sociocultural spheres. More than ever, global managers are faced with profound choices about their impact....
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Small States and Leadership
Offered by The University of Iceland
Do you want to learn about leadership in small states? Join our course, where we explore how small states can use clever leadership to transform smallness into an asset when promoting their interests at home and abroad.
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International Law
Offered by Université catholique de Louvain
The course walks through the foundational principles and practical mechanisms of international law, covering how legal rules operate across borders and influence global governance. It examines key concepts such as state...
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Bachelor of Arts in International Studies
Offered by Maryville University
The Bachelor of Arts in International Studies provides a thorough exploration of global issues and cultural dynamics. This program equips students with the critical thinking and analytical skills necessary to understand...
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Master of International Service
Offered by American University
The Master of International Service program offered on edX provides a thorough understanding of global dynamics, policies, and practices. This course is specifically designed for individuals looking to deepen their knowl...
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Grand Strategy
Offered by King's College London
This course on Grand Strategy delves into the principles and frameworks that guide decision-making and strategic planning across various domains. It's designed for professionals looking to enhance their understanding of...
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Comparative Democratic Development Part I: Conditions of Democracy
Offered by Stanford University
Conditions of Democracy is the first course in a two-part series intended as a broad survey of the political, social, cultural, economic, institutional, and international factors that foster and obstruct the development...
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Paths to Peace and Conflict: From the Body to the International
Offered by The University of Iceland
Do you want to strengthen your understanding of peace and conflict processes? Join our course, where we explore peacebuilding with an inclusive and intersectional lens to shed light on ways we can strengthen peace proces...
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The Challenge of Russia: Understanding Strategy, Society & Power in an Era of Conflict
Offered by King's College London
Russia launched its full-scale war in Ukraine in 2022. To understand why – and where Russia goes from here – investigate Russian power structures, politics and foreign policy in this course from King’s College London.
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Introduction to the Just War Tradition
Offered by King's College London
Examine one of the oldest and most enduring ethical frameworks for thinking about war, and explore how it continues to shape policy, doctrine, and military practice.
$249.00listed price
Best International Relations Courses on edX compared
Prices shown are the provider's listed price when we last updated this page. Confirm on their site before enrolling.
What the prices here tell you
The 10 priced courses on this page run from $39.00 to $896.40, with the middle of the range around $179.00 — a spread of $857.40. That is a wide gap for one subject. A higher price on this page usually reflects who is behind the course rather than how much material it contains, so it is worth opening two or three at different price points and comparing their syllabus before deciding.
Who is behind these courses
These courses come from edX. Everything on this page is sold on the one platform, so the buying experience is the same whichever you pick. 8 of these are produced by a named university or institution, including University of London, American University and University of Bayreuth — which usually means a fixed syllabus and a recognised certificate, rather than an individual instructor’s own course.
Before you enrol
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