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International Relations, Politics & Leadership Online Course
Explore politics and international relations through live debates, academic mentoring and a response campaign to a global crisis.
Last verified: 8 Oct 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy
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International Relations Politics and Leadership at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Applications open
Eligibility
Motivated learners; C1 English
Age range / Year group
Ages 15-18
Location / Region
Online
Cost
£595; £995
Duration
1 or 2 weeks
Format
Online
International RelationsPolitics
Language: English
Sessions / cadence: 10 × 2h live; ~2h independent/day
Mentor model: Academic tutor; maximum 15 students
Assessment style: Projects, presentations and feedback
Main deliverable / output: Global-crisis response campaign
Certificate: Certificate of Achievement
Time-zone / scheduling model: 1–3 PM UK time
International Relations Politics and Leadership summary
Oxford Scholastica combines political theory with practical debate and policy problem solving, guided by academic tutors.
The two-week syllabus builds toward a response campaign to a global crisis, with essays, short presentations and tutor and peer feedback along the way.
It suits students who want to test their interest in global affairs and enjoy discussing competing viewpoints.
What is International Relations, Politics & Leadership Online Course?
This is Oxford Scholastica Academy's live course exploring international relations, politics and leadership through discussion and practical challenges. Students examine leadership theories, revolutions, democracy, political economy and the institutions shaping global affairs.
Academic tutors guide students through debates, independent research and presentations in small Zoom classes. The two-week syllabus culminates in a response campaign to a global crisis, followed by feedback from the tutor and classmates.
Why Succeed highlights International Relations Politics and Leadership
The syllabus connects political ideas to concrete questions about negotiation, conflict and global governance.
A final crisis-response campaign gives students a clear purpose for their research and debate.
Classes capped at 15 students provide a manageable setting for discussion and tutor feedback.
The course profiles a tutor with international-development research and comparative-politics teaching experience.
Published independent-study assignments make the workload easier for families to plan.
Who is International Relations Politics and Leadership for?
Best for
Students curious about global affairs who enjoy debate, independent reading and presenting their ideas.
Not ideal if
You need flexible self-paced lessons or cannot commit to the fixed live tutorials and daily independent work.
Is International Relations Politics and Leadership worth it?
The strongest reason to choose this course is the structured practice: students research political questions, defend ideas and receive feedback on a tangible campaign. Academic guidance and a small discussion group can make it useful for testing whether further study in politics or international relations appeals to you.
The short duration limits how deeply any one topic can be explored, and the fixed live schedule needs to fit your routine. Judge the fee against the teaching and feedback you will use; the certificate is provider-issued, and a recommendation letter depends on meeting the tutor's criteria.
A practical overview of cost, time commitment, provider details, student outcomes and online support to review before deciding.
Cost and what is included
£595; £995; includes 20 hours of live teaching in the two-week course., 4 hours of Masterclass sessions., Preparatory reading list and independent-study assignments., Detailed personalized feedback., Graduation ceremony., Certificate of Achievement after successful completion., Recommendation letter for students meeting the criteria., Ambassador Program invitation., Ongoing advice and support..
Dates and time commitment
1 or 2 weeks; 10 × 2h live; ~2h independent/day.
Provider details
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What the student gains
Potential output: The two-week syllabus's main output is a response campaign to a global crisis.. Check whether feedback, certificate, recommendation or application evidence is included.
Online support and safeguarding
The two-week syllabus culminates in a response campaign to a global crisis, presented to the class with tutor and peer feedback. Earlier work includes essays and short presentations.
What to check before committing
Confirm current dates, session schedule, payment terms, cancellation rules, support expectations and what output or certificate is included with the provider.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does International Relations Politics and Leadership need?
Effort level
Moderate to high during the course.
Best started
Draft your statement during rolling admissions; begin preparatory reading two weeks before your chosen session.
Main challenge
Turning research on a complex crisis into a defensible response campaign.
Typical preparation
Use the preparatory reading list to identify topics you want to discuss.
Choose a political issue that interests you and practice explaining competing viewpoints.
Reserve time for essays, presentation preparation and group work alongside tutorials.
Test your computer, webcam and internet connection in a quiet study space.
Useful if
You want practice analyzing policy, debating and presenting.
What do students do on International Relations Politics and Leadership?
You apply political concepts to real situations through tutor-led discussion, research and group work. In the two-week course, these activities build toward presenting a response campaign to a global crisis.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Start with course expectations, shared discussion norms and four theories of leadership.
- 2
Study revolutions, democracy and political economy through debates and independent assignments.
- 3
Explore negotiation, international organizations, war and contemporary crises.
- 4
Choose a major crisis and develop a response using policy, law, economics or activism.
- 5
Present your campaign and discuss feedback from your tutor and peers.
International Relations Politics and Leadership dates and deadlines
Date not confirmed
Two-week session 1
31 May-11 June 2027
Two-week course.
One-week session 1
31 May-4 June 2027
One-week course.
Two-week session 2
14-25 June 2027
Two-week course.
One-week session 2
14-18 June 2027
One-week course.
Two-week session 3
28 June-9 July 2027
Two-week course.
One-week session 3
28 June-2 July 2027
One-week course.
One-week session 4
12-16 July 2027
One-week course.
Two-week session 4
12-23 July 2027
Two-week course.
Two-week session 5
26 July-6 August 2027
Two-week course.
One-week session 5
26-30 July 2027
One-week course.
Two-week session 6
9-20 August 2027
Two-week course.
One-week session 6
9-13 August 2027
One-week course.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Applications | Rolling admissions | Local | Date not confirmed | |
Two-week session 1 | 31 May-11 June 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
One-week session 1 | 31 May-4 June 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Two-week session 2 | 14-25 June 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
One-week session 2 | 14-18 June 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Two-week session 3 | 28 June-9 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
One-week session 3 | 28 June-2 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
One-week session 4 | 12-16 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Two-week session 4 | 12-23 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Two-week session 5 | 26 July-6 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
One-week session 5 | 26-30 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Two-week session 6 | 9-20 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
One-week session 6 | 9-13 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming |
Eligibility and requirements
Course designed for students ages 15-18.
Motivation to study politics and international relations.
Personal statement explaining your interest.
English proficiency at C1 level or equivalent.
No formal English test required.
No prior academic subject prerequisites.
How much does International Relations Politics and Leadership cost?
One-week course
£595 — Total course fee.
Funding or discounts
- Two-week course: £995 — Full ten-class syllabus.
What's included
20 hours of live teaching in the two-week course., 4 hours of Masterclass sessions., Preparatory reading list and independent-study assignments., Detailed personalized feedback., Graduation ceremony., Certificate of Achievement after successful completion., Recommendation letter for students meeting the criteria., Ambassador Program invitation., Ongoing advice and support.
How to apply to International Relations Politics and Leadership
- 1
Open Oxford Scholastica's official application form and select the 15-18 age group and online study.
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Choose the International Relations, Politics & Leadership course, session and duration.
- 3
Complete your application and explain your subject motivation in the personal statement.
- 4
Receive the admissions decision and pay the full course fee to confirm your place.
- 5
Complete the Student Information Form before your course begins.
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Learning format
Live Zoom tutorials run daily from 1–3 PM UK time, with approximately two additional hours of independent study or group work each day. The two-week course includes ten classes totaling 20 live teaching hours, plus 4 hours of Masterclass sessions, and follows a project-based approach.
Classes have a maximum of 15 students; the detailed ten-class syllabus covers the two-week option.
Mentorship and feedback
Academic tutors guide discussion and real-world political challenges.
The course profiles Arushi Sharan, an Oxford DPhil candidate in International Development.
Arushi's background includes political science, peace building and comparative-politics teaching.
Students receive detailed personalized feedback.
The final campaign presentation receives tutor and peer feedback.
Weekly video socials connect students interested in politics and international relations.
Time-zone considerations
- Live tutorials run from 1–3 PM UK time.
- The published summer schedule uses British Summer Time.
- Convert the fixed tutorial window to your local time before choosing a session.
- Plan approximately four hours daily, including independent or group work.
- Students join an international classroom from around the world.
Tech requirements
A computer for online classes.
A stable internet connection.
A webcam for tutorials.
Zoom access for live sessions.
A quiet room where you can work without interruptions.
Assessment style
Progress is reviewed through project work, essay discussions, presentations, participation and tutor and peer feedback.
- Discuss independent-study essays in class.
- Present research on revolutions, institutions and crises.
- Present a final response campaign in the two-week course.
- Receive feedback from your tutor and classmates.
- Graduation requires compulsory attendance, appropriate participation and completed original work.
Portfolio / outputs
Main deliverable / output
The two-week syllabus's main output is a response campaign to a global crisis.
A final campaign presentation with tutor and peer feedback.
Independent-study essays on democracy and political leadership.
Short presentations on revolutions, international organizations and crises.
A Certificate of Achievement after successful completion.
A personalized tutor recommendation for students meeting the criteria.
International Relations Politics and Leadership FAQs
No prior academic subject prerequisites are required. Admissions focuses on your motivation, curiosity and willingness to engage with the subject.
Plan for approximately four hours a day: two hours of live tutorials and around two hours of independent study or group work. Tutorials run from 1–3 PM UK time.
The two-week syllabus culminates in a response campaign to a global crisis, presented to the class with tutor and peer feedback. Earlier work includes essays and short presentations.
Recommendation letters are conditional: outstanding students who meet the provider's criteria receive a personalized letter from their tutor. Successful course completion earns a Certificate of Achievement.
You need a computer, a stable internet connection and a webcam. A quiet room is recommended for tutorials, which take place through Zoom.
No. Oxford Scholastica is an independent provider with no formal connection to the University of Oxford or any other university, although some tutors study or teach at those institutions.
The course FAQ gives a minimum of C1, described as equivalent to IELTS 6.5, without requiring formal testing. The online terms use the stricter wording above C1, so discuss borderline proficiency with admissions before booking.
The online terms allow cancellation within 14 calendar days of entering the contract, subject to deductions for charges and an exception when the course starts within that period. Cancellation must be submitted in writing; refunds outside this provision are not offered.
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Sources & verification
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- Booking Form
- Terms & Conditions | Oxford Scholastica Academy
- Online Summer School 2027 | Oxford Scholastica
- Online Summer School Dates & Fees | Oxford Scholastica
- Arrange a Call | Oxford Scholastica Academy
- Oxford Scholastica Academy FAQs
- Booking Form
- International Relations, Politics and Debate (Two week) Course Outline.docx
- Online IR, Politics & Leadership Course (Ages 15-18) | Oxford Scholastica
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