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    International Relations Academy

    by World Scholars Academy

    A live online international relations course combining politics, law, diplomacy and global crises with small-group teaching and a Model United Nations challenge.

    Last verified: 1 Sept 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy
    International Relations Academy

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    International Relations Academy at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility

    Current status

    Upcoming

    Eligibility

    Application and personal statement

    Age range / Year group

    Ages 15-18

    Location / Region

    Online

    Cost

    £2995

    Duration

    2 weeks

    Format

    Online

    Next deadline

    Not announced · Next cycle not announced

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    International RelationsPoliticsLaw & justiceDebating

    Language: English above CEFR C1

    Sessions / cadence: 10 x 2-hour weekday live classes

    Mentor model: Expert instructor; maximum six students

    Assessment style: Model United Nations team challenge

    Main output: Certificate and recommendation letter

    Latest verified cycle: July 2026

    Time-zone model: US Pacific and Eastern times

    International Relations Academy summary

    International Relations Academy examines leadership, politics, international law and urgent global challenges through live, discussion-led teaching.

    Students move from political theory and international organizations to war, crisis response, debating and public speaking, then apply their learning in a Model United Nations negotiation.

    It suits students who want rigorous, interactive exploration of global affairs and are comfortable contributing to a very small class in English.

    What is International Relations Academy?

    International Relations Academy is a live online course from World Scholars Academy exploring leadership, political change, government, democracy, political economy and international relations. It also examines international organizations, law, war and crisis response.

    Students learn through interactive classes led by Dr. John Helferich, an Oxford-trained international relations scholar. Discussion, debating and public speaking lead into a team Model United Nations negotiation that applies diplomacy and leadership in practice.

    Why Succeed highlights International Relations Academy

    • The six-student class cap creates unusually strong scope for discussion and instructor attention.

    • The curriculum connects political theory with current global problems, international law and crisis response.

    • The final Model United Nations challenge gives students a practical setting for diplomacy, negotiation and public speaking.

    • Recordings of every live class and continuing-study resources support review after teaching ends.

    • A completion certificate and recommendation letter provide tangible outcomes, subject to participation requirements.

    Who is International Relations Academy for?

    Best for

    Students who enjoy politics, global affairs, debate and collaborative problem-solving, and who want an academically led introduction to international relations.

    Is International Relations Academy worth it?

    This course can be worthwhile for a student who wants structured exposure to international relations rather than a broad, passive overview. The small class, specialist instructor and Model United Nations challenge provide meaningful opportunities to question, discuss and apply ideas.

    The main limitation is the concentrated weekday timetable, which demands consistent attendance and active participation. Value also depends on the eventual fee, so families should compare the teaching intensity and included outcomes once the next cycle is published.

    A practical overview of cost, time commitment, provider details, student outcomes and online support to review before deciding.

    Cost and what is included

    £2995; includes Ten live interactive online classes, Maximum class size of six students, Recordings of all ten classes, Take-home study materials and curated resources, Official course completion certificate, Instructor recommendation letter upon satisfactory participation.

    Dates and time commitment

    2 weeks; 10 x 2-hour weekday live classes.

    Provider details

    Review the World Scholars Academy provider page and official sources before making a final decision.

    What the student gains

    Potential output: The main applied output is a team Model United Nations negotiation in the tenth class.. Check whether feedback, certificate, recommendation or application evidence is included.

    Online support and safeguarding

    World Scholars Academy caps the class at six students, supporting interactive discussion and instructor attention.

    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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    How much preparation does International Relations Academy need?

    Effort level

    Moderate to high.

    Best started

    Begin four to six weeks before the next session to prepare the application, personal statement and weekday schedule.

    Main challenge

    Contributing thoughtfully to fast-moving political discussions and negotiation.

    Typical preparation

    • Review the class topics and identify two global issues you want to understand more deeply.

    • Practice explaining a political argument clearly and responding respectfully to an opposing view.

    • Draft the personal statement early and check that your English level meets the stated requirement.

    • Protect the published class times in your calendar and allow time for review between sessions.

    Useful if

    You already follow international news and enjoy debating competing viewpoints.

    What do students do on International Relations Academy?

    Students progress through ten live classes that combine political and international-relations study with discussion, debate and applied negotiation.

    Step-by-step process

    1. 1

      Examine theories of leadership, political change and revolution.

    2. 2

      Compare government, democracy, society and political economy.

    3. 3

      Study international relations, international organizations and international law.

    4. 4

      Analyze war, crisis response and urgent global threats.

    5. 5

      Practice debating and public speaking in the small group.

    6. 6

      Apply diplomacy and negotiation in the final Model United Nations team challenge.

    7. 7

      Use recordings, exercises and curated resources for continued review.

    International Relations Academy dates and deadlines

    Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.

    Course session

    6-17 July 2026

    Ten weekday classes; 9am-11am Pacific or 12pm-2pm Eastern.

    Reference date

    Eligibility and requirements

    • Students ages 15-18

    • English above CEFR C1

    • Application and personal statement required

    • Acceptance is at the provider’s discretion

    • Student Information Form required before commencement

    How much does International Relations Academy cost?

    What's included

    Ten live interactive online classes, Maximum class size of six students, Recordings of all ten classes, Take-home study materials and curated resources, Official course completion certificate, Instructor recommendation letter upon satisfactory participation

    How to apply to International Relations Academy

    1. 1

      Open the official World Scholars Academy enrollment form.

    2. 2

      Choose Course, International Relations and the available dates.

    3. 3

      Complete the requested details and personal statement.

    4. 4

      Submit the application for the provider’s review.

    5. 5

      Wait for written confirmation of acceptance.

    6. 6

      Pay the full fee to confirm the place.

    7. 7

      Complete the Student Information Form before the course begins.

    Learning format

    Teaching is synchronous and 100% live, with ten interactive weekday classes delivered over two weeks. Each class lasts about two hours, the middle weekend is free for rest and review, and recordings remain available for later study.

    The latest verified timetable offered 9am-11am Pacific and 12pm-2pm Eastern.

    Mentorship and feedback

    • Led by Dr. John Helferich, an Oxford-trained international relations scholar.

    • Maximum class size of six supports close instructor interaction.

    • Live classes create space for questions and discussion.

    • The teaching approach emphasizes analytical rigor and deeper reflection.

    • An instructor recommendation letter is available after satisfactory participation.

    • Tutor-assigned work and participation contribute to graduation.

    Time-zone considerations

    • Latest verified classes ran on weekdays.
    • Published time: 9am-11am US Pacific.
    • Equivalent time: 12pm-2pm US Eastern.
    • Each live class lasted approximately two hours.
    • The middle weekend was free for rest and review.

    Assessment style

    Assessment centers on active participation, assigned work and a capstone Model United Nations team challenge rather than a published exam.

    • Participate positively in all compulsory sessions.
    • Complete and submit work required by the tutor.
    • Avoid plagiarism in all submitted work.
    • Apply negotiation skills in the final team challenge.
    • Meet graduation requirements to receive the certificate.

    Portfolio and outputs

    Main deliverable / output

    The main applied output is a team Model United Nations negotiation in the tenth class.

    • Capstone Model United Nations team challenge

    • Official course completion certificate

    • Instructor recommendation letter after satisfactory participation

    • Recordings of all ten live classes

    • Continuing-study exercises and curated resources

    International Relations Academy FAQs

    The course is delivered synchronously through ten live, interactive online classes over two weeks. Each class lasts approximately two hours and runs on a weekday.

    Topics include leadership, revolutions, government, democracy, political economy, international relations, international organizations, law, war and crisis. Students also practice debating and public speaking.

    World Scholars Academy caps the class at six students, supporting interactive discussion and instructor attention.

    Dr. John Helferich leads the course. He earned his doctorate in International Relations at the University of Oxford and teaches politics at Oxford.

    The tenth class is a team challenge in which students apply leadership, diplomacy and negotiation through a Model United Nations exercise.

    Yes. The program includes access to recordings of all ten live classes, alongside take-home exercises and curated continuing-study resources.

    The program includes an official completion certificate and an instructor recommendation letter for satisfactory participation. Graduation also depends on attendance, positive participation and completion of required work.

    Students must be able to speak, understand and read English above CEFR C1, according to the provider’s online-course terms.

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    • Terms & Conditions | World Scholars Academy
    • FAQs | World Scholars Academy
    • Courses | World Scholars Academy
    • Enrollment | World Scholars Academy
    • International Relations Course | World Scholars Academy

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